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  1. Creating Synergies for Business Transformation: Brigade Enterprises Limited

    Authors: Khanna, Varun; Kaul, Asha;

    Reference No: COMM0010 Pages: 17 Published on: 16, January, 2013

    Abstract: In 2009 Brigade Enterprises Limited (BEL), with operations in the real estate sector and construction in South India, prepared a blueprint for implementing Total Transformation in the organization.  A central communication channel was identified as a “must” area for improvement. Active and passive measures were adopted to make the internal communication ... More

  2. Machine Learning for Management Applications

    Authors: Yegneshwar, S;

    Reference No: CISG0002TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: Learning is a very general term encompassing a wide variety of activities and is, hence difficult to define. It has commonly been regarded as the process of assimilating knowledge leading to increased understanding, summarization of experience, or any process which helps improve performance over time. Machine learning is an area ... More

  3. Swami and His Friends at the Malgudi Post Office

    Authors: Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0238 Pages: 4 Published on: 9, August, 1996

    Abstract: This case exercise enables an understanding of applying Queuing models in the context of Queues in a post office. The issues of universalization of country due to computerization, appropriate segmentation of client system to help demand analysis are also highlighted. ... More

  4. Madras Refineries Limited

    Authors: Murthy, L S; Satia, J K;

    Reference No: PROD0202 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: Describes the inventory practices used by Madras Refineries with respect to crude and finished products (diesel, kerosene, aviation turbine fuel, etc.) inventory. The steps taken for managing inventory of crude are: continuous contact with suppliers, predicting availability of crude over a planning cycle, and taking corrective action in time. Close ... More

  5. The Unstoppable Journey: Transformation of Apollo Tyres Ltd.

    Authors: Varkkey, Biju; Koshy, Abraham; Oburai, Prathap; Joy, Roshni;

    Reference No: P&IR0206 Pages: 41 Published on: 10, September, 2008

    Abstract: Apollo Tyres Limited was started in 1974 by an entrepreneur, Ranauq Singh, plagued with poor quality and labour problems at its mother plant in Kerala, the business did not take off well. His son, Onkar Kanwar introduced radical changes in 1980s to the company around. By 2006, Apollo Tyres had transformed into ... More

  6. ULTRON: Managing Warehouse Space and Item Obsolescence

    Authors: Roy, Debjit; Pratap, Mayank; Raj, Premm H;

    Reference No: PROD0317 Pages: 12 Published on: 10, April, 2018

    Abstract: Several white goods companies are grappling with issues such as short product life-cycle and high item obsolescence rates. This case analyzes several strategies to overcome item obsolescence, standardize put-away and picking operations and overcome challenges with low picker efficiency at white-goods warehouses. ... More

  7. Police IT Ecosystem of Karnataka State Police

    Authors: Maheshwari, Sunil K; Verma, Sanjay; Ray, Prantika;

    Reference No: HRM0243 Pages: 9 Published on: 22, April, 2019

    Abstract: Sanjay Sahay, Additional Director General of Karnataka Police and the mastermind behind the fully operational IT ecosystem for Karnataka police reviewed the challenges and bottlenecks in the implementation of the system. He pondered upon the next steps in the direction of national implementation of the technology and his future career ... More

  8. Gujarat State Fertilizers Company Limited (A)

    Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

    Reference No: PROD0026(A) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The case describes the application of PERT and CPM techniques to the project construction operations of a fertilizer plant in India. It indicates all the necessary steps, which must be taken before starting with the introduction of PERT, and how PERT helps in spotlighting troubles earlier. The student is expected ... More

  9. Industrial Gases Private Limited (B)

    Authors: Seshan, Suresh A; Mehta, Kiran J; Shah, B G;

    Reference No: F&A0115(B) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: A newly recruited management trainee presents a breakeven chart to explain the reasons for the losses the company has been sustaining since inception. The chart provokes a lot of discussion. Several questions are raised as to the utility of breakeven analysis in a multiproduct situation. Suggestions are also made ... More

  10. Popular Vehicles and Services Ltd.: The Challenge of Growing a Family Business

    Authors: Varkkey, Biju; Unnithan, Anandakuttan; Jacob, Joshy;

    Reference No: P&IR0211 Pages: 22 Published 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

  11. Shivani Carriers Pvt Ltd: Managing Employee Motivation at the Bottom of the Pyramid

    Authors: Sharda, Kirti;

    Reference No: OB0224 Pages: 18 Published on: 31, March, 2016

    Abstract: The case, “Shivani Carriers Pvt. Ltd.: Managing Employee Motivation at the Bottom of the Pyramid”, has been designed to teach students about the basic principles of employee motivation. The case is also a representative example of the problems faced by small and medium-sized businesses in employee acquisition, motivation, and retention, ... More

  12. Rajashree Cement: Engine on Load

    Authors: Raghuram, G; Jain, R; Kumar, D; Prasad, R N;

    Reference No: PROD0264 Pages: 33 Published on: 18, October, 2004

    Abstract: The market share for cement transportation by rail had declined from 56% to 43% over the past decade. In an attempt to arrest the sliding market share, the Indian Railway (IR) wished to focus more on customer service by expanding the scope of its offer to a third party logistics service provider. ... More

  13. Kolkata Port Trust

    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

  14. Urabian Airbus Project

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: QM0111 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: Deals with the problems associated with the introduction of five widebody Airbuses to replace a fleet of Turbo Props and Caravelles. As it is essential to synchronize the publicity campaign with the formal introduction of the Airbus, the management wants to know when the five aircraft will be ready ... More

  15. Launching a new DCF Branch at Aviva Life Insurance Co India

    Authors: Varkkey, Biju; Joy, Roshni;

    Reference No: P&IR0207 Pages: 22 Published on: 31, March, 2009

    Abstract: The Indian Insurance Industry is facing tough times not only in the business front but also in attracting and retaining talent in the sales function. Aviva India had re-entered the Indian life insurance market in 1995, but started business operations a few years later. In addition to the bank assurance business ... More

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