Reference No: MAR0059Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case involves discussion of issues regarding two topics in marketing research problem formulation and evaluation of a research proposal. Issues regarding how to translate management's concerns into researchable propositions are highlighted. The case deals with issues of expanding the company owned retail shop network for distributing its textile products. ... More
Reference No: MAR0070Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case deals with introductory problems faced by the company in introducing a new product in the market bottled cooking adoption of which requires considerable changes in cooking habits. The situation presents problems involved in the diffusion of innovations among consumers. Students are expected to make recommendations to the company ... More
Reference No: MAR0015(A)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Deals with the pricing strategy of a new product by a small manufacturer in an industry dominated by giant multinationals. The case examines how a small unit can enter and expand into the market. The issues related to relative role of price and non-price competition, use of brand names, expectations ... More
Reference No: MAR0013(G)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Bright Engineering had been forced to reduce its price by 50% for its major product because of fierce competition from a bigger firm. The management desired to drop this item and was looking for new product lines to utilize its excess production capacity. The case involves assessing the marketing potential for ... More
Reference No: MAR0004Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case deals with issues relating to the impact of sales tax on marketing practices. Because of differential sales tax rates among the states, the company distributors from one state started selling goods to retailers and sub dealers of other states even though the company had demarcated the areas. This ... More
Reference No: PSG0108Pages: 55Published on: 4, February, 2009
Abstract: The Vijayanagar plant of the JSW Steel Limited was all set for increasing its hot metal capacity from 3.8mtpa (million tons per annum) in 2008 to 6.8mtpa in early 2009, and to 9.8mtpa in April 2010. The case examines the inbound and outbound logistics at all the three stages with a focus on ... More
Reference No: PSG0104Pages: 18Published on: 23, June, 2008
Abstract: The Director of SEWA is discussing with her PMU (Project Management Unit) team of the indicators of Jeevika -- both quantitative and qualitative -- which should be considered for mid-term review of Jeevika project. The case contains information on Jeevika project, mid-term review of Jeevika project, various stakeholders and their ... More
Reference No: PSG0081Pages: 24Published on: 26, February, 2001
Abstract: Dredging Corporation of India (DCI) catered to about 50 percent of the dredging requirements in India, most of which were at the major ports. This market share had dropped from a 95 percent level, over the past few years, due primarily to liberalization and ports moving away from a nomination basis to ... More
Reference No: F&A0470EXPages: 27Published on: 19, August, 2004
Abstract: The case is written in the context of its IPO (Initial Public Offering). The case describes the contractual arrangement put in place by Petronet and its business environment. Petronet has been created by the Government of India as a joint venture/private sector entity to facilitate LNG imports in India. ... More
Reference No: F&A0471Pages: 6Published on: 23, August, 2004
Abstract: Differentiating the strategic cost variance from the traditional standard cost variances and identifying the controllable and non-controllable variances along with special treatment for managed cost in interpreting the variances. ... More
Reference No: F&A0472Pages: 14Published on: 1, December, 2005
Abstract: The case is about evaluating strategic planning and identifying key result areas and appropriate performance measures in a multi-divisional chemical company having multiple locations. After unsuccessful diversification efforts in the initial years, the company has focused on three strategic businesses, namely, zinc oxide, cobalt and specialty chemicals. All three businesses ... More
Reference No: F&A0444(B)Pages: 4 Published on: 22, September, 1998
Abstract: The case highlights the concept of economic value addition (EVA), as used in Hindustan Lever Limited. It provides an opportunity to discuss the utility and limitations of EVA, particularly from the point of view of shareholder value creation (SVC). ... More
Reference No: F&A0452Pages: 10 Published on: 26, April, 2000
Abstract: Set in the backdrop of the 1997 economic crisis, the case deals with the problem faced by a leading finance company of Thailand, Phatra Thanakit. The company finds its very existence threatened under the onslaught of the crisis, and faces a number of agonizing choices. Should it become an integrated bank? ... More
Reference No: F&A0453Pages: 13Published on: 26, April, 2000
Abstract: The case deals with strategic corporate finance issues in the backdrop of the economic downturn of 1997 in Thailand. The case presents a situation in which the foreign exchange losses arising from a steep depreciation of currency threatens to wipe out the networth of the company. The company faces bankruptcy, if ... More
