Reference No: ECO0271TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This paper suggests a method of estimation, that is, the least squares estimator in the general situation, when observations are interdependent or independent. The method is designated as Perfect Least Squares (PLS) because there is no other method, known so far, that provides lower magnitude of the optimality criterion. The ... More
Reference No: BP0091(B)Pages: 27Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Gives data about the performance of the FCI between the years 1965 and 1970 which makes it possible to appraise the achievements of the corporation in the context of the "plan" hypothesized at the end of Case Food Corporation of India (A) (BP0091). ... More
Reference No: BP0206(A)Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case describes the origin and growth of a Kerala-based bank to become one of the largest private sector banks in the country. The bank introduced a number of innovative schemes and expanded branch network all over the country and outside. Details of the different deposit schemes, organizational structure, and ... More
Reference No: MAR0319(B)Pages: 16Published on: 1, June, 1999
Abstract: Ahmedabad based Ashima Attires (AA) had just decided to launch a ready to stitch (RTS) shirting and trouser fabric brand called Icon based on recommendations made by a consulting company. The product had to be launched in August 1997 in some of the states in India, starting with Gujarat. The CEO ... More
Reference No: CMA0656(B)TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The note provides a brief discussion of the concept of agri-business as it evolved at Harvard Business School. The social implications of the concept for the poor are illustrated with the example of vertically integrated dairy cooperatives. The issues are raised with specific reference to value addition and its distribution ... More
Reference No: CMA0506Pages: 27Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case describes the 1979 status of "social forestry" activities in the state of Gujarat with particular emphasis on the jurisdiction of Ahmedabad Extension Circle. The social forestry activities considered are those in no-tribal, non-forest areas, viz. roadside and canal bank plantations, village woodlots, private tree farms, institutional premises, and botanical ... More
Reference No: MAR0167Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case deals with product line evaluation of a mediumsized distributor of consumer durables. Performance of the product lines carried is evaluated using three different criteria, namely, gross profit, percentage profit margin, and return on investment. An attempt is made to demonstrate the superiority of ROI criterion over the ... More
Reference No: CMA0176(B)Pages: 8Published on: 5, September, 1969
Abstract: The case is about building an organisational structure for a Cooperative which has experienced rapid growth during the last few years. The objectives of the organization are to supply agricultural inputs on the one hand and and market and process output of the farmer members on the other hand. The ... More
Reference No: CIIE0034Pages: 20Published on: 29, August, 2025
Abstract: Science for Society (S4S) Technologies was started by Vaibhav Tidke in 2010 as an idea to take the latest dehydration technology to India’s rural regions to save farm waste through a unique product—a solar-powered dehydrator to dry and preserve farm produce. The startup enabled rural women as micro-entrepreneurs ... More
Reference No: PSG0129(B)Pages: 14Published on: 30, July, 2018
Abstract: S. R. Pandey, Superintending Engineer (SE), Rural Roads Department, Bihar wanted to have a meeting of all the agencies involved, including his other engineers, the contractors to discuss his village road-making project in Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojona (PMGSY). This case discusses how the concept of work breakdown is used ... More
Reference No: PSG0129(A)Pages: 5Published on: 30, July, 2018
Abstract: S. R. Pandey, Superintending Engineer (SE), Rural Roads Department, Bihar wanted to have a meeting of all the agencies involved, including his other engineers, the contractors to discuss his village road-making project in Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojona (PMGSY). This case discusses how the concept of work breakdown is used ... More
Reference No: MAR0384Pages: 20Published on: 24, January, 2007
Abstract: As the heat increases during summer, the demand for room air conditioners (RAC) spirals and so does the advertising for them. Post liberalization, with the entry of MNCs, there is a huge competition in the RAC industry of India. Keeping in view the growing popularity of air-conditioners, major consumer durable ... More
Reference No: F&A0439(B)EXPages: 1Published on: 11, November, 1996
Abstract: This is a case on foreign exchange risk management covering transaction exposure and accounting implications of forward contracts. This is a sequel to Coimbatore Yarns' Mark Receivables (A).F&A0439(A)EX ... More
Reference No: P&IR0004(C)Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the attempts at resolving the industrial dispute between the management and the union through bilateral negotiations with the help of the government's labour department administration and an outside trade union leader. ... More
Reference No: BP0337(A)Pages: 13Published on: 31, March, 2011
Abstract: This is the first case from a series of three cases. The case describes situation in Eureka Forbes Ltd. (EFL) which is a 'direct sales' company. EFL is planning to start Knowledge Management (KM) initiatives. The strength of the company is its sales people who work under tremendous performance and ... More