Reference No: CMA0084Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: This case is on one of the aspects of functional management in dairying organisations viz. procurement. The specific aspect covered in this case is local sale of milk before it is despatched to the dairy. An example of a village milk producers cooperative society is quoted. The comments of the ... More
Reference No: P&IR0042Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Describes the introduction and working of the joint management council/consultative committee in a cotton mill. Can be used for acquainting the class with concepts of joint management councils. ... More
Reference No: MAR0463(A)Pages: 7Published on: 30, March, 2015
Abstract: ‘Fashion Destination’ was a prominent one-stop shop of clothing retail in Ahmedabad which has faced business slowdown in the last 5 years. Vishal, who had recently taken over the management wondered, would renting of premium clothing be a good business model to get back to the business. While pondering over the ... More
Reference No: PROD0317Pages: 12Published on: 10, April, 2018
Abstract: Several white goods companies are grappling with issues such as short product life-cycle and high item obsolescence rates. This case analyzes several strategies to overcome item obsolescence, standardize put-away and picking operations and overcome challenges with low picker efficiency at white-goods warehouses. ... More
Reference No: OB0229TECPages: 9Published on: 14, March, 2018
Abstract: In our problems lie our greatest opportunities. Appreciative inquiry creates a dialogic environment that excites imagination. The appreciative conversations that take place one to one, in small groups, and in ever larger circles, serve to build trust and strengthen relationships allowing for the disruption of old patterns of thinking. This ... More
Reference No: PROD0214Pages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes the maintenance requirements of various passenger trains terminating and originating at Ahmedabad. Based on these requirements, a maintenance schedule must be drawn up, keeping in mind the availability of maintenance facilities. ... More
Reference No: CMA0070Pages: 11Published on: 7, November, 1966
Abstract: The case deals with two major issues, viz. product mix pricing policy of a dairy unit. It brings out differences between long-term objectives and short-term objectives of that dairy. The management is faced with the problem of having its proper share in the milk-market of Belapur. This situation leads to ... More
Reference No: CIIE0016Pages: 3Published on: 31, January, 2020
Abstract: This short case illustrates the issues in managing people in start-ups, especially while building and growing teams. Rohan, the protagonist, is a young, passionate entrepreneur whose start-up has a proven concept and is pushing towards growth. Rohan, along with his co-founders, Shantul and Niraj, is trying to set rules and ... More
Reference No: RJMC0022Pages: 18Published on: 13, June, 2012
Abstract: The Commissionerate of Higher Education had motivated 55 science colleges to take up the Soil Health Card Project, a project of the Agriculture Department, under which 740,000 soil samples were tested in 2010. In 2011, there was a delay in obtaining approvals. The Commissionerate took some remedial steps and is about to obtain an ... More
Reference No: QM0222Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes the crew scheduling process for freight trains at a crew change point in Vadodara division. The various labour related constraints are given. The objective of this case discussion is to develop an information system, possibly a decision support system, to aid in the crew scheduling decision. ... More
Reference No: OB0206Pages: 23Published on: 3, September, 2009
Abstract: The Indian diamond industry witnessed a severe recession in the year 2008. The industry is already showing signs of recovery in 2009 led by its large sized firms. This case presents facts from a study conducted in a large sized Indian diamond processing firm which has existed for the last 40 years and ... More
Reference No: CIIE0010Pages: 26Published on: 1, January, 2018
Abstract: The case tells the story of a first generation entrepreneur, Dhirendra Singh, and his struggle for 15 years to establish a mango pulp based beverage marketing company without any external support and funding. The case highlights the travails that Dhirendra goes through in marketing an undifferentiated product such as mango drink ... More
Reference No: PSG0123Pages: 19Published on: 28, July, 2017
Abstract: ‘Saksham’, a corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative of one of the largest public sector companies in India, the Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL), provides specific training in skills required for plastic industry to low-income communities potentially affected by GAIL’s business operations. Unlike a typical GAIL CSR programme, which ... More
Reference No: CMA0486Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Illustrates the management problems of handloom weavers' cooperatives vis-a-vis the responsibilities of the public handloom projects. This case particularly reflects the organizational and human resource problems of the handloom sector. ... More
