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Authors: Dixit, M R; Rao, Sreenivas S; Rao, V Venkata;

Reference No: BP0259 Pages: 10 Published on: 8, January, 2001

Abstract: In 1989, Torrent Group acquired Mahendra Electricals Ltd., a sick company. This case describes the circumstances leading to the acquisition, the motivation of Torrent Group, the technology, competition and customers of the acquired company, the performance of the company, and the strategic options developed by the new management. The new team ... More

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Authors: Jaikumar, V;

Reference No: BP0144(I) Pages: 38 Published on: 1, January, 1983

Abstract: Deals with a new control system designed to achieve the explicit goals spelled out by the management. The Case describes the development of the new system which is interlinked with the new decentralized setup, both of which take place in stages from 1981 and are not fully complete by December 1982. The ... More

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Authors: Dixit, M R; Verma, Sanjay;

Reference No: BP0351 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, October, 2013

Abstract: This case provides an opportunity to identify and discuss issues in sustenance of an incumbent's strategy in the changing environment. The context is the practice of Nadi Nidan (pulse diagnosis) and treatment of disorders based on this according to Ayurveda, the ancient system of Indian medicine. It describes the functioning ... More

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Authors: Maheshwari, Sunil Kumar;

Reference No: P&IR0198(D)TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 20, June, 2006

Abstract: This note is the fourth in the series on Human Resource Management. Various aspects of compensation management are described here. Compensation helps in attracting and retaining employees in the organization. The components of compensation consist of the base salary, pay incentives and indirect compensation. The design of a compensation system ... More

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Authors: Raghuram, G; Kothari, Anupama;

Reference No: BP0292 Pages: 13 Published on: 24, April, 2003

Abstract: The area director of ASEAN, DHL Worldwide Express, who also looked after DHL International Private Limited (Singapore) (DHLS), was reflecting on the business pitch in the context of the uncertainty posed by the developing IT sector. While it brought with it new and efficient ways with which to manage logistics, ... More

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Authors: Bandyopadhyay, Tathagata; Raghuram, G; Sharma, Yashoverman; Shukla, Niraja;

Reference No: CIPR0002 Pages: 47 Published on: 18, November, 2009

Abstract: Kolkata Port (KoPT) had achieved a turnaround from having made a loss of Rs 7.5 crores (cr) in the year 2000-01 to a net surplus of Rs 465.1 cr in the year 2006-07. A variety of initiatives had been taken during the intervening years with a focus on tariff rationalization, revenues from ... More

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Authors: Raghuram, G; Kothari, Anupama;

Reference No: PSG0072 Pages: 30 Published on: 28, October, 1996

Abstract: This case focuses on the future strategic directions required for the continued growth of PSPCL, a Thailand based tramp-shipping company. The company currently has 27 secondhand vessels, all in the handy size range. The company was considering the following strategic choices: a) Extent of fleet expansion, b) Should new builds be ... More

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Authors: Varma, Jayanth R; Virmani, Vineet;

Reference No: F&A0560 Pages: 18 Published on: 13, July, 2021

Abstract: The case describes the change in fortune of Reliance Communications (RCom) from being a pioneer in offering low-cost mobile telephony to the brink of bankruptcy. After giving a brief background on the family history of Reliance Industries, its break-up and the launch of RCom, it describes the changing dynamics of ... More

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Authors: Verma, Sanjay;

Reference No: IS0143 Pages: 6 Published on: 14, December, 2023

Abstract: The case delineates a scenario in which the chief information officer (CIO) of a manufacturing company must prioritise IT applications. There are a total of 15 applications, each with associated costs, durations and risk profiles. These applications are intended to support various functions and processes within the organisation. However, their selection ... More

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Authors: Sharma, Yashoverman; Bhatnagar, Deepti; Raghuram, G; Sahay, Arvind;

Reference No: BP0323(A) Pages: 27 Published on: 19, August, 2008

Abstract: Wilh Wilhelmsen ASA of Norway was a traditional ship owning company that had diversified into the ?Maritime Services' sector. In addition to cargo transportation, its two main ?service' business areas were Ship Management (Barber International) and Port Agency (Barwil), established in 1975. Both companies had become big brand names in their ... More

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Authors: Dixit, M R; Jain, Abhinandan K;

Reference No: BP0282(C) Pages: 29 Published on: 2, December, 2002

Abstract: This case describes the performance, competitive situation, and regulatory environment of TI Cycles in 2000-01. It presents the key initiatives of the management of TI Cycles between 1994-95 and 2000-01 in manufacturing, internationalization, new product development, organizational restructuring and new culture building. Mr. Hari, the new President of TI Cycles ... More

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Authors: Maheshwari, Sunil Kumar; Jain, Abhinandan K; Dixit, M R; Bhat, Ramesh;

Reference No: BP0315 Pages: 18 Published on: 11, July, 2006

Abstract: The case describes how strategic changes could be undertaken in a large oil sector company through management development programmes (MDPs). Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has been conducting MDPs for its sales officers in the retail business division since two years. This initiative was based on recommendations and efforts of ... More

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Authors: Mathur, Ajeet;

Reference No: BP0367 Pages: 20 Published on: 15, November, 2013

Abstract: The case describes a born global Indian enterprise in R& D that developed and leveraged knowledge-intensive business services in speciality chemicals, custom synthesis of genes and contract research co-evolving dynamic capabilities in partnership with multinationals from Europe and North America. Challenges concerned fostering a credible talent management ecosystem where scientific ... More

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Authors: Raghuram, G; Bhatnagar, Deepti; Sahay, Arvind; Sharma, Yashoverman;

Reference No: F&A0482(A) Pages: 42 Published on: 19, August, 2008

Abstract: During early 2005, the Wilh Wilhelmsen (WW) group was being restructured by integrating the two main divisions, Barwil (ship services at port) and Barber International (ship management services). They formed a new parent entity called Wilhelmsen Maritime Services (WMS) under the WW group. At this point, Unitor, one of the world's ... More

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