Reference No: BP0328Pages: 29Published on: 8, June, 2009
Abstract: The case describes the challenges in growth faced by a New Jersey-based software company, Cognizant. The company has its Indian office at Bangalore, and operations in many countries. Its growth rate is around 50 per cent per annum. The case looks at different options facing the company in managing this growth ... More
Reference No: F&A0434Pages: 16Published on: 9, March, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the first issue by an Indian company of Eurodollar convertible bonds. Students are required to assess the implications of this method of financing vis-a-vis other domestic and international sources of finance. Issues relating to valuation of convertible bonds can also be addressed. ... More
Reference No: CMA0768Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1998
Abstract: This case deals with the methodology for estimating agricultural input distribution credit requirement. It also aims at examining the consistency of the existing credit portfolio for input distribution business and seeks to evolve alternative criterian for existing banking practices particularly in backward areas where PACS are defunct. It further seeks ... More
Reference No: F&A0273Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Deccan Refrigerators Limited produced and marketed refrigerators, gas cylinders and bus bodies. After an initial spell of successful operations, the company began to face a tough time in the market. A technical problem with its refrigerators seemed mainly to account for this. The case presents the situation at a time ... More
Reference No: F&A0349Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The basic elements of the control system initially envisaged by the company were 1) PERT/cost system to monitor project progress and related costs; 2) material and labour cost standards to form the basis of comparison with actuals; and 3) an overhead budget which identified the various manufacturing, finance, and administration overheads by ... More
Reference No: CIPR0005Pages: 30Published on: 26, April, 2010
Abstract: This case focuses on the way forward for Hyderbad Metro Rail Ltd (HMRL) as of July 2009, when the earlier winning bidder had to be served with a termination notice due to non compliance towards financial closure. The top management of HMRL was considering various alternatives before them: 1) Whether the second ... More
Reference No: MAR0546Pages: 23Published on: 30, August, 2024
Abstract: This case is about setting the strategic direction for Ketto, one of the major medical crowdfunding sites in India. Ketto was founded on August 15, 2012, by Varun Sheth, Kunal Kapoor, and Zaheer Adenwala. As one of the first peer-to-peer fundraising platforms in India, Ketto initiated a revolution in the digital fundraising ... More
Reference No: F&A0542Pages: 23Published on: 26, March, 2019
Abstract: Government of Kerala, through its special purpose vehicle (SPV) - Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd (VISL), intended to develop a deep-water Multipurpose Greenfield Port at Vizhinjam in Thiruvananthapuram, capital city of Kerala. After a decade of planning and several failed attempts, the proposed project was being offered for bidding as a ... More
Reference No: CIPR0008Pages: 16Published on: 20, October, 2010
Abstract: In February 2006, Engineers India Limited (EIL) which was hired by the Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) had to submit their final report. The report had to evaluate whether a single point mooring or an additional jetty would be more viable for HPCL's increased crude import requirements through the Mumbai port. ... More
Reference No: OB0152TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The present note outlines the nature and functions of trade unions in India. The note deals with growth and structure of trade unions in the country, their finance, status and functions. Finally the problems and prospects of trade unions in the country are discussed. ... More
Reference No: BP0271Pages: 34Published on: 3, June, 2002
Abstract: Mangalore Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited was set up by the government of India to meet the demand of fertilizers as a part of its overall operational plan to achieve self-sufficiency and food security. Due to the availability of surplus electricity, the government of Mysore (now Karnataka) represented government of India ... More
Reference No: CIIE0020Pages: 12Published on: 31, March, 2022
Abstract: ReMaterials was started in 2012 by Hasit Ganatra, when he realised the potential of an alternate product that could cater to the current needs of people living in slums. Slums are characterised by inadequate facilities, one of which is durable housing. Ganatra observed that metal sheets were the most commonly used ... More
Reference No: RJMC0026Pages: 30Published on: 8, June, 2013
Abstract: The case is about a post graduate institute of management education established in Pune in the year 2004 by Prof. M. S. Pillai. The Institute is visualised as a ‘leadership gurukulam’ where students become principled, inspiring leaders capable of making contribution to business and spread happiness in the world. None of ... More