Reference No: MAR0013(J)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Dissatisfied with the system of distribution through stockists, the top management of the firm was considering whether it should replace this distribution system by its own distribution system. Criteria for evaluating alternative systems of distribution can be discussed effectively with the help of this case. ... More
Reference No: PROD0050Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Describes the collaborative efforts of a national laboratory and a large?sized company. The company makes use of a new process developed by the laboratory for a finished product (baby foods) and succeeds in setting up a plant. The case also discusses the types of difficulties the company has had ... 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: BP0019(C)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The Tithwal Mills Management is again forced to reconsider its polices, in the light of new restrication on credit in post by Reserve Bank. This Restriction mainly influence the cotton cloth trade, but to some extent influences the mills purchasing and inventory polices. ... More
Reference No: CIIE0026(A)Pages: 15Published on: 16, March, 2022
Abstract: Amit Kasliwal was a participant of the Post Graduate Program for Executives at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad in 2013 when he came up with an idea of a tea-brewing machine. Kasliwal conducted a survey to understand the tea-brewing machine industry and needs of the market and subsequently started working ... More
Reference No: P&IR0030Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes the problems faced by the top management of a large organization following the chief executive's decision to use a computer for some important areas of management. In the background of these problems, Mr. Goyal, who has been charged with the responsibility of understanding and solving the problems, ... More
Reference No: PROD0025Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes the processing of materials in a large vertically integrated textile mill. The company does not have a centralized planning and control section. Very often orders from the merchants and distributors cannot be filled immediately. The management is considering ways and means to cut down large process? inventories ... More
Reference No: F&A0420Pages: 2Published on: 7, August, 1994
Abstract: Case on bond portfolio management focusing on the use of duration to control interest rate risk. The case also involves problems of asset allocation required to achieve specified portfolio objectives. ... 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 multi product situation. Suggestions are also made ... More
Reference No: PROD0243Pages: 4Published on: 2, September, 1999
Abstract: Body Line Health Care Limited (BLHCL), a pharmaceutical company with a turnover exceeding Rs 300 crores in 1997-98, with a portfolio of nearly 350 formulations, offered through five divisions, was a major player in the therapeutic segment. The marketing effort was carried out through a field force of 1200 medical representatives (MRs). BLHC ... More
Reference No: F&A0298Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: A comprehensive case in cost analysis for management decisions in a joint cost situation. This is a modified version of the "Co co Seed Oil Company"F&A0254 case on the same topic.Unlike the earlier version where the price needs to be computed from a given set of cost ... 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: IMG0016Pages: 32Published on: 15, June, 1999
Abstract: Ranbaxy Laboratories Limited, a major player in the Indian pharmaceutical industry, is one of the few Indian multinational corporations. The case describes the evolution of the company from a small beginning in the 1950s to a leadership position in the Indian pharmaceutical industry. The case describes the strategies pursued by ... More
Reference No: HRM0260Pages: 26Published on: 7, August, 2023
Abstract: SRK Exports Pvt. Ltd., a family-owned diamond firm based in Surat, India, has over 6000 employees. Despite facing economic downturns and the COVID-19 pandemic, the company, under the guidance of founder Govind Dholakia, has managed to avoid employee layoffs.
SRK’s HRM practices, including performance management, training and development, recruitment and ... More
