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Authors: Manikutty, S; Raghuram, G;

Reference No: BP0293 Pages: 32 Published 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

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Authors: Mathur, Ajeet;

Reference No: BP0319(A) Pages: 36 Published on: 14, February, 2007

Abstract: The case highlights how issues of corporate strategy and competitive strategy enmesh during the growth and diversification phases of a professionally managed family business after its first IPO. The underlying dimensions of management problems onion-peeled during strategic transformation show up as conflicts between sustainable growth and shareholder value at different ... More

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Authors: Wadhva, C D;

Reference No: ECO0234(A) Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: After a year and a half of regularly exporting rigid PVC electrical conduit pipes and fittings exclusively through Geeta Pipes Limited (GPL) Export House, Mr. C.H. Desai, Director of ABC Plastics (a small-scale manufacturer of rigid PVC pipes), was wondering whether he should continue the business relationship between his ... More

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Authors: Varma, Jayanth R;

Reference No: F&A0454 Pages: 24 Published 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

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Authors: Mathur, Ajeet;

Reference No: BP0319(C) Pages: 29 Published on: 1, December, 2010

Abstract: The case describes the turnaround of Thermax Limited and risk management after growth stall and an organisational crisis requiring evaluation and restructuring of the business portfolio. The conflicts between sustainable growth and shareholder value are addressed through selective internationalisation, new collaborations for innovations in disruptive technologies and strategic management of ... More

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Authors: Wadhva, C D; Bhandari, B R;

Reference No: ECO0233 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: This case deals with the intricacies of international contracting in the export-import business, including the problems of exchange rate fluctuations. The case specifically focuses on the export contract of Super Traders Ltd, Bombay (an export house), with the Textile Trading Corporation, Tedda (Tedda Arab Kingdom), concluded in 1964 on a principal ... More

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Authors: Ram Mohan, M.P;

Reference No: BP0433 Pages: 13 Published on: 12, March, 2019

Abstract: The case discusses the upcoming launch of Katzer Motors Private Limited’s first vehicle in India. The vehicle relies on an internationally developed platform, wherein some defects have been identified. These defects were identified just before the launch, and the management team must now find a solution to the problem. ... More

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Authors: Pathak, Akhileshwar;

Reference No: BP0409TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 29, March, 2017

Abstract: Bank guarantee’ and ‘Performance guarantee’ are familiar financial instruments. More often than not, a party wants a demand bond and not a guarantee. A demand bond is payable on demand while a guarantee is payable only when a breach is established by a court. The rights and obligations of the ... More

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Authors: Korwar, Ashok;

Reference No: IMG0011 Pages: 15 Published on: 27, October, 1995

Abstract: This case is designed to illustrate two issues: strategic alliances, and organizing for global business. It describes the experiences of an executive changed with leading a large US company into India. The focus is on the process of searching for a partners, developing strategic plan and finally, the intend ?sale' ... 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: Singla, Chitra; Yadav, Akshay; Gomkale, Advait; Acharya, Aditya Shekhar;

Reference No: BP0420 Pages: 21 Published on: 8, January, 2018

Abstract: Rajan Overseas was founded by Rajan Makhija in the year 2014. It was into export of handloom products like rugs, throws, etc. Makhija wanted the company to grow from INR 7.6 crores to 100 crores in the next five years. However, the plan hit a roadblock as one of the largest customer of ... More

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Authors: Murthy, K R S; Thomas, Philip S;

Reference No: BP0067(A) Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: A top executive with experience in the manufacturing business of a multinationals consumer goods subsidiary and Government of Indias international trading company is appointed by the Finance Ministry to the top post of a large nationalized bank. The case highlights the dilemma this executive faces in reconciling sharply differing views ... More

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Authors: Dixit, M R; Pandey, I M;

Reference No: BP0273 Pages: 10 Published on: 23, July, 2002

Abstract: This case describes the situation faced by Mr. Prakash Rastogi, who was appointed as the managing director of Clariant (India) Limited, the Indian arm of Clariant International Limited, a newly spun off unit of Sandoz International Limited. Sandoz announced the world wide demerger of its chemicals business and spun it ... More

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Authors: Dixit, M R; Pandey, I M;

Reference No: BP0274 Pages: 19 Published on: 23, July, 2002

Abstract: This case presents the initiatives of Mr. Rastogi, the first managing director of Clariant India Limited, in building a performing culture and shaping the strategy of the company. On March 23, 1995, Sandoz International Limited announced the worldwide demerger of its chemical business and spun off an independent chemicals company called Clariant ... More

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