Reference No: CISG0087EXPages: 10Published on: 19, July, 2005
Abstract: This case is based on the experience of a small financial firm, Shiva Financial Services (SFS), involved in the collection of bills for a large cell phone operator. SFS uses electronic spreadsheets extensively in monitoring the collection process. The case illustrates the way SFS uses the spreadsheet software for data ... More
Reference No: CISG0002TECPages: 10Published 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
Reference No: OB0224Pages: 18Published 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
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: 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
Reference No: P&IR0206Pages: 41Published 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
Reference No: P&IR0207Pages: 22Published 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
Reference No: BP0313(B)Pages: 7Published on: 13, July, 2006
Abstract: This case describes how corporate strategy and competitive strategy enmesh. The case introduces an inflexion point at which the company was faced with a prisoners' dilemma situation with regard to a critical set of operational decisions of tactical significance affecting manufacturing operations. The unintended consequences, regardless of which path is ... More
Reference No: STR0466Pages: 17Published on: 11, May, 2022
Abstract: In 2018-19, Jet Airways stood nearly grounded. An airline that, just 5 years ago, had spread its wings across the world witnessed a stunning turnaround in its fate. The company appeared to face a perfect storm, with competition from low-cost carriers and increasing fuel prices. To excel and be a market ... More
Reference No: QM0273Pages: 21Published on: 22, March, 2014
Abstract: The case deals with the functional and behavioral issues faced by an oil refinery shift in-charge regarding workforce management. In addition to the refinery policy requirements the behavioral constrains become extremely important for consideration. An unwanted combination of Manager-Supervisor or Supervisor-Operator can potentially decrease the performance and pose threat to ... More
Reference No: MAR0522Pages: 31Published on: 2, August, 2022
Abstract: The case highlights the journey of a digital gold loan start-up which offers low interest rates, doorstep service, speedy documentation, locker and quick gold withdrawal features to customers looking for a gold loan. This enables the customers to eliminate the fear of social stigma associated with gold loans and complete ... More
Reference No: F&A0555Pages: 20Published on: 22, May, 2020
Abstract: When Prime Broking defaulted on its equity derivative positions at the National Stock Exchange, the central counterparty (CCP) suffered substantial losses, although there was no significant movement in the relevant market prices. This revealed hidden risks arising from collateral, liquidity and concentration, wrong-way risks and operational risks in the default ... More
Reference No: PROD0331EXPages: 4Published on: 7, July, 2022
Abstract: Anugnyaa Agricultural Association (AAA), a non-profit organisation, wants to introduce a cross subsidisation scheme between tomato farmers with good yield and those whose yield is affected by a crop infection. They want to partially absorb the risk of infection while ensuring their revenues are large enough to cover all costs. ... More
Reference No: CIPR0002Pages: 47Published 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
Reference No: CIPR0004(A)Pages: 36Published on: 23, March, 2010
Abstract: This case focuses on risk identification in the context of a railway Public Private Partnership (PPP) project. The perspective is that of a lender. The project was to provide broad gauge (BG) rail connectivity to Pipavav port from Surendranagar, over a distance of 265 kms. The case provides the salient features ... More