Reference No: MAR0463(D)Pages: 12Published on: 30, March, 2015
Abstract: In 2013, ‘Fashion Destination’, a well-established clothing retailer considered setting up a clothing and accessories rental service. They hired a market research agency ‘Wright & Company’ to conduct a research on the sustainability and profitability of such a business model. The consultants collected primary data and did an extensive analysis for Fashion ... More
Reference No: MAR0189Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case deals with the experiences of the Post and Telegraph Department in introducing a registration service on an experimental basis in the General Post Office, Ahmedabad. Students are expected to evaluate the introduction strategy of this new service. Issues relating to product concept, benefit, segmentation and product positioning of ... More
Reference No: HRM0236Pages: 14Published on: 26, September, 2017
Abstract: The case discusses issues in the process of professionalising a family-owned manufacturing firm in the steel tubes and pipes industry. Set during 2008-2012, the case highlights the increased competition and the consequent growth in the sector that drives the need for professionalisation. In order to remain competitively relevant, the owners, ... More
Reference No: MAR0409Pages: 18Published on: 7, August, 2009
Abstract: Promoted by the Self Employed Women's Association (SEWA), Rudi Multi Trading Company Limited was established in 2004 with the twin objectives of facilitating a linkage between poor rural farmers and rural consumers, and promoting internal generation of funds in villages. The company worked to unite two parties, small and medium farmers ... More
Reference No: P&IR0038(B)Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1972
Abstract: A continuation of Case (A) P&IR0038(A), this case describes the changes in the industrial relations structure of the company following expansion of the production programme and the appointment of a personnel manager. It also gives an account of how pressures of technology and market, combined with managerial changes ... More
Reference No: PSG0114(B)Pages: 21Published on: 27, March, 2014
Abstract: Adani Power Limited (B) is the second case in a series of cases on the attempts by the firm to wriggle out of the negative consequences of the long-term fixed price power purchase agreements it had entered into. Changes in Indonesian regulations for coal exported from Indonesia created serious financial ... More
Reference No: F&A0224Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Deals with the problem of equitable pricing in a situation where: 1) common facilities are shared by two groups of clientele, with a high incidence of joint costs; 2) the methods of pricing for the two groups are different? one group charged on an "actual cost" basis and the other on fixed ... More
Reference No: BP0375Pages: 75Published on: 7, April, 2014
Abstract: This case describes the challenges faced by Amul in organising the dairy farmers into a co-operative and creating continuous opportunities for value additions. The participants are required to review the developments in the organisation and recommend a future strategy. ... More
Reference No: MAR0463(B)Pages: 16Published on: 30, March, 2015
Abstract: Since the concept of rental clothing business was new for Indian market and very few players were dealing in it, ‘Wright & Company’ consulting did an exploratory research to understand the model. Through two expert interviews and extensive survey of the business model of existing players across countries, they developed better ... More
Reference No: MAR0181(A)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This is basically an illustrative note dealing with the development of marketing information system for a product like agricultural chemicals. The case is intended to stimulate concepts and ideas on evolving a marketing information system for a product which has the characteristics of both industrial and consumer products, as far ... More
Reference No: BP0399Pages: 10Published on: 10, October, 2016
Abstract: This case describes a situation in which Vivek Vyas and Vimal Popat conceive an idea to start an online obituary advertising platform while returning from a sales call. Vyas and Popat then discuss the ways to start the online obituary advertisement platform. The purpose of this case is to provide ... More
Reference No: MAR0349Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 2003
Abstract: This case is based on the real life experience of an emotionally traumatic incident, caused due to the poor servicing by Delta Airlines, and their travel agent. The post incident communication and the subsequent proceedings in the Consumer Court are discussed in the case. The case brings out interesting aspects ... More
Reference No: COMM0019Pages:Published on: 5, March, 2018
Abstract: The case revolves around a job offer received by Vinita Upadhyay, a journalist working with a regional daily. Taking up the offer would mean a shift from journalism and require her to join the public relations industry. The case provides three different perspectives regarding this offer. It begins with Upadhyay’ ... More
