Reference No: CISG0100(B)Pages: 5Published on: 29, August, 2008
Abstract: The government of Kerala embarked upon an e-literacy project with the aim of enabling every household to be able to use basic computer services. The pilot of this project was implemented in Malapuram district and involved establishing tele-centers across the district. The focus of this case is the identification of ... More
Reference No: CISG0100(A)Pages: 6Published on: 29, August, 2008
Abstract: The government of Kerala embarked upon an e-literacy project with the aim of enabling every household to be able to use basic computer services. The pilot of this project was implemented in Malapuram district and involved establishing tele-centers across the district. The focus of this case is the identification of ... More
Reference No: F&A0579Pages: 17Published on: 31, July, 2025
Abstract: In mid-July 2022, Masayoshi Son, the Chief Executive Officer of SoftBank had to decide upon the best way to monetize its ownership of ARM after a proposed merger with Nvidia failed in February 2022 due to regulatory challenges. The plans for an IPO in London had to be shelved after the collapse ... More
Reference No: CMA0811(A)Pages: 26Published on: 1, January, 2005
Abstract: Chilli is the main earner in the Indian spices export basket. In 2003,, incidents of adulteration of chilli powder (using carcinogenic dyes) by some unscrupulous and careless exporters led to large-scale product recalls in the UK and tainted the image of the Indian spice export industry. This resulted in a complete ... More
Reference No: CISG0005TECPages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This note is meant to give an introduction to stepwise refinement as a method of describing/developing an algorithm, which can be later converted to a computer program in a procedural language like BASIC, FORTRAN, or PASCAL. In developing an algorithm in this strategy, using an informal language is convenient. ... More
Reference No: MAR0558(A)Pages: 18Published on: 30, September, 2025
Abstract: In 2021, Prabh Das, managing director and chief executive officer of HPCL–Mittal Energy Limited (HMEL), post a discussion with the Board, decided to foray into the market with polyethylene and newer grades of polyethylene. Was the decision of HMEL right, wondered Das. His concern stemmed from the fact that the ... More
Reference No: ADCLOD0003Pages: 34Published on: 25, November, 2024
Abstract: The case discusses the organisation – planning, construction, running and the winding-up – of the month-long Pramukh Swami Maharaj (PSM) Shatabdi Mahotsav (centenary festival) on a gigantic 600-acre site called the ‘Pramukh Swami Maharaj Nagar ’ held at the outskirts of Ahmedabad, Gujarat from December 15, 2022 to January 15, 2023. The case presents the details of ... 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: CMA0456Pages: 17Published on: 17, December, 1977
Abstract: The case describes the genesis of the Intensive Agricultural District Programme (IADP), introduced in 1960-61, covering programme objectives and strategy, and organizational design proposed under the programme. Based on empirical data, the case further provides the organizational structure as in operation in two districts. ... More
Reference No: CMA0787TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This note first discusses which of the three strategies of extensive farming, intensive agriculture, and seed and resource centred technical change may be chosen. Reasons for its choice are also briefly indicated, besides stating what major factors determine it. It then goes on to identify organizational and management framework for ... More
Reference No: COMM0023TECPages: 15Published on: 17, June, 2019
Abstract: This technical note presents the pedagogic approach to teaching and sharpening critical thinking and written communication used at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) in the Written Analysis and Communication (WAC) course and provides a conceptual model for the course. Examining both the importance of these objectives and the ... More
Reference No: PROD0175(E)TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Discusses the basic inventory systems for controlling inventories under uncertain demand and lead-time. The continuous review system and periodic review system are discussed, and determination of control parameters for the two systems is explained. The concepts of service level, safety stock and reorder point are discussed, and formulas for determining ... More
Reference No: BP0398Pages: 8Published on: 10, August, 2016
Abstract: In June 2013 the bus ticketing website redbus.in was acquired by the Ibibo Group, a subsidiary of South Africa based internet and media firm Naspers Ltd, for USD 135 million. Soon after signing the deal, Phanindra Sama - CEO and co-founder of redBus, went for a holiday to London along with ... More
Reference No: ECO0242TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Emphasizes the importance of systematic research in the framework of the relevant export-marketing environment for formulating export business strategy at the firm level. It explains the concepts of "export market environment" and "export business strategy" and points out some important decisions that a corporate unit planning export marketing has to ... 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