Reference No: MAR0462TECPages: 11Published on: 18, March, 2015
Abstract: As sponsorship is gaining in importance in the overall communication strategy for firms, so is the practice of ambush marketing. This note discusses strategies that can be used by firms to ambush and also how to prepare for defense from ambush attacks. It also discusses how consumers perceive and react ... More
Reference No: BP0367Pages: 20Published 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
Reference No: BP0378Pages: 20Published on: 19, January, 2015
Abstract: Stahmann Farms Enterprises is an Australian company focused on farming, processing, and marketing of pecans and the high-end macadamia nut. Owning pecan farms, but depending for macadamia exclusively on supply from farmers, it is facing challenges in sourcing nuts and keeping its business profitable to reach the low target of ... More
Reference No: BP0274Pages: 19Published 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
Reference No: BP0321Pages: 28Published on: 2, January, 2008
Abstract: The case provides an opportunity to evaluate the business strategy adopted by India's largest low cost airline. The focus of the discussion should be to review the strategy so far and identity immediate priorities of Air Deccan in the next two years. The case provides the background information on the ... More
Reference No: BP0319(A)Pages: 36Published 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
Reference No: BP0288Pages: 22Published on: 23, January, 2003
Abstract: This case focuses on the task before Mr. Sushil Mittal who has been asked to takeover as the profit centre head of Cosmo Films Limited, a company in the business of packing films. He is required to formulate and implement a turnaround strategy. The case provides details like the background ... More
Reference No: CFR0001Pages: 19Published on: 2, May, 2007
Abstract: This case discusses the possible entry strategy of Aakash Book Store into the Ahmedabad market. The chain store was operating in the state of Kerala. The owner of the chain, Aakash Shetty was evaluating a possible entry into the city, and he had studied the report presented by a group ... More
Reference No: BP0286Pages: 14Published on: 23, January, 2003
Abstract: This case describes the tasks faced by Ranabir Mukherjee, recently appointed Vice President (Operations), in comprehending the operations of Cosmo Films, a company in the business of packing films, and developing a strategy and plans for enhancing effectiveness and efficiency. It presents the background of the company, the outcome of ... More
Reference No: MAR0485Pages: 11Published on: 11, July, 2016
Abstract: This case depicts a managerial problem faced by Tradition and Trust, a traditional sweet and snack manufacturer, which is 100 year old family business manufacturing, retailing and exporting rewri, gajjak, sweets, namkeens and other confectionery products. Like other traditional sweet and snack manufactures, they are facing the challenge of consumers’ shift ... More
Reference No: STR0468Pages: 23Published on: 11, November, 2022
Abstract: What started as a FMCG distributor in 1967 in Kenya as Export Finance Company, is now a dynamic global conglomerate across 48 countries and 5 continents — Export Trading Group. ETG was taken over by the then CFO Mahesh Patel after exit of the founding stakeholders. It was then when the company shifted its ... More
Reference No: MAR0487Pages: 18Published on: 3, January, 2017
Abstract: In March 2010, Mr. Chandra Shekhara Reddy, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, was reviewing the launch plan for the first brand of cooking oil, Freedom Refined Sunflower Oil, of GEF. GEF was set up by a professional turned entrepreneur, in Andhra Pradesh in 2009. The case provides a brief profile of the ... More
Reference No: MCFME0004Pages: 18Published on: 22, April, 2024
Abstract: Oberoi Realty Limited (ORL) has been a success story in Mumbai’s premium real estate space and has created a strong brand value over the years. However, the company has primarily focussed on the high-end category and on specific locations in Mumbai. Over the past 15 years, the high demand for ... More
Reference No: ECO0243Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This case presents the problems in business policy of a smallscale manufacturer of the hubs for bicycles. The problems faced in export marketing by this unit are treated in the framework of the total market for the product. Special focus is put on the linkages between allocating the output ... More
Reference No: MAR0540Pages: 12Published on: 17, April, 2024
Abstract: This case is on cab service run exclusively by women drivers (Koala Kabs) founded by Shailja Mittal (Shailja) and Anmol Gupta in Delhi in 2016. The journey was not easy, as Shailja faced challenges in developing a cost-effective value proposition and convincing parents to pay more for the service. However, the ... More