Reference No: RJMC0015TECPages: 6Published on: 19, November, 2010
Abstract: This note provides a very brief introduction to some of the sociological terms and concepts used in discussions on the socio-political environment. It is primarily meant for the use of the students of the course Socio-cultural Environment of Business, offered at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. However, it can ... More
Reference No: BP0293Pages: 32Published on: 24, April, 2003
Abstract: This case describes the DHL (Express) division of Airfreight Limited and its attempt in nurturing the Indian air express market. Towards the end of 1997, due to changes in the market, the company was facing some major choices. These were (I) how to run the two segments of business, namely, the ... More
Reference No: ECO0024Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The note contains factual information regarding and role played by the Managing Agency system in the promotion, Financial and management of Indian business. The existing information o this system is document in this note which servers as a background reading material for "Flogging the Dead Horse Should the Managing
Agency ... More
Reference No: PSG0071Pages: 60Published on: 25, March, 1996
Abstract: This case focuses on the strategic management issues of a medium sized shipping company head-quartered in London with other operating locations in Cyprus and Bombay. The case highlights issues in managing a global business. It also brings forth issues in entrepreneurship, showing the drive of a non-resident Indian who started ... More
Reference No: F&A0149Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Brings out the initial problems in establishing a factory; helps in analyzing the technical feasibility and other aspects relating to establishing a business; and provides an opportunity to discuss the importance of strategic planning and its implementation. ... More
Reference No: QM0242Pages: 19Published on: 23, October, 2000
Abstract: Farmaid Tractors Limited (FTL) was a tractor company with a 20% market share, and aiming to be the market leader within next five years. The tractor industry in India had become very competitive, with growth in capacity outstripping the growth in demand. Customer preference and demands had changed in the context ... More
Reference No: ECO0115Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case illustrates the career of the founder of the Ahmedabad Cotton Textile Industry on one hand it illustrates the impact of the environment factors on the growth of business, on the other hand it questions the validity of the popularly held view that caste system prevented the growth of ... More
Reference No: F&A0454Pages: 24Published on: 26, April, 2000
Abstract: Daewoo is the third largest South Korean chaebols with diverse activities, including trading (more than 3000 different products in over 165 countries), construction, shipbuilding, machinery, automobiles, financial services, hotels, electronics, and telecommunications. Nevertheless, Daewoo finds itself in bad trouble on a number of counts, following the economic meltdown of 1997. The situation is ... More
Reference No: CMA0598Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case deals with the comparative study of the two primary cooperative societies handling marine fish business. The case also examines alternatives for increasing the profits of one of the two societies. ... More
Reference No: BP0268(B)Pages: 8Published on: 19, November, 2001
Abstract: This case describes the experience of Kanpur Confectioneries Private Limited (KCPL), a family managed company, in being a contract manufacturer for A-One Confectioneries Private Limited. The alliance had worked to the advantage of KCPL. It had prospered as a profitable contract manufacturer. It had used the surplus to diversify into ... More
Reference No: F&A0472Pages: 14Published on: 1, December, 2005
Abstract: The case is about evaluating strategic planning and identifying key result areas and appropriate performance measures in a multi-divisional chemical company having multiple locations. After unsuccessful diversification efforts in the initial years, the company has focused on three strategic businesses, namely, zinc oxide, cobalt and specialty chemicals. All three businesses ... More
Reference No: ECO0026Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The case contains opposing view-point on the role of the managing agency system Indian business. It highlights the current controversy regarding the abolition of the managing agency system. The case attempts to familiarize the student with the salient point involved in the controversy regarding the future of the managing agency ... More
Reference No: CDT0003Pages: 17Published on: 10, October, 2025
Abstract: Open Network Digital Commerce (ONDC) is a Government of India initiative aimed at democratising e-commerce in India by encouraging fair competition and eliminating platform monopolies. It leverages open protocol to allow businesses of all sizes and industries to join its network, consistently adding new categories and participants since its launch. ... More
Reference No: MAR0547Pages: 15Published on: 8, January, 2025
Abstract: This case is about Moonshine Meadery, a honey-based alcoholic beverage brand in India. Nitin and Rohan, the co-founders, started this venture as a fun experiment that gradually grew into a full-fledged business, and they decided to explore expanding production for future growth. Honey was the main ingredient used to make ... More