Reference No: P&IR0211Pages: 22Published on: 25, June, 2013
Abstract: Based in Kerala, Popular Vehicles and Services Ltd. (PVSL) is a leading automobile dealer of Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL). PVSL is categorized as a Platinum Plus dealer by MSIL, an honour reserved for top performing dealers. The company’s innovative business practices and Human Resource Management approach have enabled ... More
Reference No: CMA0020Pages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The chairman of the union is faced with a problem of developing a policy of advising the member co-operative societies to increase the volume of business by pooling cotton from the farmers in order to effect economies of sale. The teaching focus is on the problems of "pooling" cotton and ... More
Reference No: CIPR0025Pages: 16Published on: 13, June, 2016
Abstract: In 2012, a major controversy broke out after the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) accused the Government of allocating coal blocks in an inefficient manner during the period 2004–2009. The case explores the issues in allocating mining rights to any private entity. Besides developing an understanding of natural resource economics, ... More
Reference No: CMA0245Pages: 17Published on: 7, February, 1972
Abstract: The case provides comparison between old and modernized machinery in respect of milling performance. It highlights the nature of problems that arise in the process of modernization. It also helps in evaluation of milling performance. ... More
Reference No: CMA0683Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The cases can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More
Reference No: CMA0684Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up,required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More
Reference No: CMA0681Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up, required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More
Reference No: CMA0210Pages: 17Published on: 10, November, 1971
Abstract: The Atomic Energy Commission was considering the feasibility of establishing a plant for preserving onion through radiation. It was proposed that this plant would be established in Nasik district of Maharashtra. A feasibility study was prepared considering the production and making pattern of onions and the storage loss during different ... More
Reference No: CMA0538(C)Pages: 39Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This case deals with the sub-project of establishing rubber processing factories in the cooperative sector in Kerala to improve the economic conditions of small farmers. It shows how project management becomes helpless as action is delayed by authorities which have entered into an agreement with the World Bank. It also ... More
Reference No: CMA0479Pages: 12Published on: 4, July, 1979
Abstract: The case identifies the characteristics of commercial poultry entrepreneurs in relation to their socio-economic characteristics, managerial skills, etc. It also studies the input structure of egg production and the relationship between input and output. An identification of marketing channels has been covered. ... More
Reference No: F&A0459Pages: 31Published on: 16, January, 2001
Abstract: Precious Shipping Company Limited (PSL) went through a process of financial restructuring in response to the economic crisis that hit Thailand in 1997. PSL faced trouble since payments were due in dollars and they had investments in Thai Baht, which had devalued during the crisis. Being a professionally managed company, with ... More
Reference No: F&A0321Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Describes a controversy between the marketing manager, who instructs his department to dispose of the accumulated stock of sarees at a price discount of 15%, and the financial advisor, who asserts that the discount would result in a huge loss to the corporation. The controversy provides an opportunity for discussing the ... More
Reference No: F&A0444(B)Pages: 4 Published on: 22, September, 1998
Abstract: The case highlights the concept of economic value addition (EVA), as used in Hindustan Lever Limited. It provides an opportunity to discuss the utility and limitations of EVA, particularly from the point of view of shareholder value creation (SVC). ... More
Reference No: OB0040Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes the problems arising from a district panchayat's decision to construct a percolation tank in a drought?prone village. This decision creates tension among the villagers whose lands are likely to be submerged. The case brings out the incompatibility between the engineering aspects and the socio?economic consequences ... More