Reference No: P&IR0011(B)Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Numerous demands are put forth by the Indian Pilots' Guild to the management of Air India. They employ pressure tactics while bargaining for wages. ... 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: MAR0393(A)Pages: 21Published on: 11, December, 2007
Abstract: The case deals with strategy and launch plan of Indian operations of MakeMytrip.com (MMT)--an exciting online travel service provider. This case discusses challenges and opportunities existed in the online travel market during the launch phase. The management felt that there was plenty of opportunities but anticipated competition in ... More
Reference No: CISG0042(B)Pages: 5 Published on: 19, November, 1998
Abstract: Indian Railways is the world's second largest railway system under a single management, and the largest in Asia. IR has a regular work-force of 1.6 million employees. Its fleet of rolling stock includes over 9000 locomotives, 30,000 passenger cars (coaches), and 350,000 freight cars. IR is a multi-gauge multi-traction system, covering over 100,000 km of ... More
Reference No: BP0247Pages: 37Published on: 1, August, 1997
Abstract: Great Eastern Shipping Company (GESCO) was the second largest Indian shipping company, operating 48 ships. During 1994-95, GESCO had a turnover of Rs. 824.67 crore. The company had more than tripled its turnover over the previous five years. With the changing economic environment and increasing competition, the company was considering strategies for ... More
Reference No: CISG0038Pages: 26Published on: 20, March, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the existing information system at QIS, which is a multi-location ship-owning company, with offices in three different countries. It describes the organization structure of QIS and its fleet, setting and monitoring of corporate goals, how computer systems are used for budgeting, chartering, voyage monitoring, technical management, ship ... 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: QM0224Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes how the fueling plan of buses can affect the fuel expenditure, since the prices of fuel differ in various locations. The objective of this case is to pick up fuel at the cheapest points, ensuring that there is enough fuel to travel from one fueling point to ... More
Reference No: MAR0540Pages: 12Published on: 17, April, 2024
Abstract: This case is on cab service run exclusively by women drivers (Koala Kabs) founded by Shailja Mittal (Shailja) and Anmol Gupta in Delhi in 2016. The journey was not easy, as Shailja faced challenges in developing a cost-effective value proposition and convincing parents to pay more for the service. However, the ... More
Reference No: F&A0459Pages: 31Published on: 16, January, 2001
Abstract: Precious Shipping Company Limited (PSL) went through a process of financial restructuring in response to the economic crisis that hit Thailand in 1997. PSL faced trouble since payments were due in dollars and they had investments in Thai Baht, which had devalued during the crisis. Being a professionally managed company, with ... More
Reference No: QM0229Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case illustrates a second level application of a spreadsheet. The context is manpower planning in a road transport undertaking. ... More
