Reference No: CISG0102Pages: 24Published on: 18, March, 2009
Abstract: A project may fail because of several causes. A rigorous root cause analysis is required before the failure in addressed. In this case, the low delivery rate in a symptom and the root comes are not the people themselves, out the way the working environment in shaped by the Project ... More
Reference No: PROD0192(A)Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case can be used to discuss the management control system in a new project. An existing MCS for a large construction company is described and management problems faced by the company in handling a new project are highlighted. The new MCS that can be suitable for the situation can ... More
Reference No: CMA0183Pages: 9Published on: 20, November, 1969
Abstract: This case is prepared from the research project entitled "Management of production distribution of hybrid Bajra seed in Gujarat." This is used to teach the concepts of demand elasticities and also the methodology to conduct surveys for dem estimates. ... More
Reference No: CISG0029TECPages: 19Published on: 18, April, 1995
Abstract: This note summarizes the features of the following end user computing packages: 1. Spreadsheet Packages, 2. Data Management Packages, 3. Project Management Packages, 4. Presentation Software, 5. Computer-Aided Design, and 6. Multi-media Systems. In each category, wherever applicable, applications and new trends are also discussed. There is a section at the end that discusses the problems ... More
Reference No: RJMC0042Pages: 7Published on: 5, January, 2016
Abstract: Mr D M Patel, Senior Manager, Mobile Fish-selling Vans project, Gujarat Fisheries Central Co-operative Association Limited (GFCCA), had to present a plan to the Governing Body for the project which had been making losses for the last few years. He had GFCCA’s annual accounts for 2009-2010 with him, but ... More
Reference No: PROD0280(A)Pages: 13Published on: 16, July, 2004
Abstract: The case series deals with the successful initiation of Tata Steel in various fields. This resulted in Tata Steel becoming lowest cost steel producer in the world. The case series documents the various initiations. ... More
Reference No: PSG0130Pages: 33Published on: 27, February, 2019
Abstract: This is a case of a crisis project management which showcases the unpredictable nature of the project and the role of management in handling the crisis. It is the case of a very severe cyclonic storm hitting the city of Visakhapatnam plant during October, 2014. The whole city was devastated and ... More
Reference No: PROD0327(B)Pages: 20Published on: 22, March, 2021
Abstract: A week after the first meeting, the Chief Engineer, Public Health Division, Patna, Bihar wanted to have a second meeting to discuss the development of a network diagram. In this meeting, he requested all the stakeholders to attend the meeting and discussed how the network diagram can be developed with ... More
Reference No: PROD0280(B)Pages: 7Published on: 16, July, 2004
Abstract: The case series deals with the successful initiation of Tata Steel in various fields. This resulted in Tata Steel becoming lowest cost steel producer in the world. The case series documents the various initiations. ... 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
Reference No: CMA0524Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses the uncertainties involved in providing tubewells in Chaloda village as a part of the developmental activities of a voluntary agency. Though, formal sources are available for financing the project, the farmers are not organized in getting the finances and managing the project. For want of data of the risk ... More
Reference No: CTL0005Pages: 22Published on: 27, December, 2024
Abstract: The case demonstrates how warehousing automation projects are pitched, initiated and executed when the management is sceptical of the success of new technologies. In FY 2020–2021, Marico achieved a record-high turnover of USD 1.3 billion. The company’s future looked bright, and sales were expected to increase. The situation on the shop ... More
Reference No: CIPR0001(A)Pages: 14Published on: 1, December, 2006
Abstract: The government has created an environment for rapid development to take place in infrastructure. However, managing the involvement of private partners as well as providing firm regulation requires institutions. Local governments at the city level have little experience in managing this process. This case uses the bus rapid transit system ... More
