Reference No: MAR0394Pages: 59Published on: 17, April, 2008
Abstract: Woolworths Limited was Australia's largest retailer in the food, liquor and grocery sector. The retail activities were conducted through the supermarkets (contributing 88% of consolidated sales), general merchandise and wholesale divisions. Woolworths had two key goals: 1) to increase shareholder returns and 2) giving greater customer satisfaction. These led to the development of ... More
Reference No: IS0143Pages: 6Published on: 14, December, 2023
Abstract: The case delineates a scenario in which the chief information officer (CIO) of a manufacturing company must prioritise IT applications. There are a total of 15 applications, each with associated costs, durations and risk profiles. These applications are intended to support various functions and processes within the organisation. However, their selection ... More
Reference No: BP0220(A)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: This case describes the organization and proceedings of the first business planning conference of Power Projects and Products Limited. The company's profile and motivations for organizing the first business planning conference are presented as background information. Mr Ravindra Gupta, Divisional Manager (Human Resource Development), is required to review the outcome ... More
Reference No: BP0235(I)Pages: 11Published on: 19, February, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the situation faced by the Components and Special Products Group (CSPG) of ECIL, a multiproduct, multidivisional company. It deals with electronics components, active as well as passive, and sub assemblies including PCBs. The case turns around the question of what to do with a set of products ... More
Reference No: BP0235(D)Pages: 12Published on: 19, February, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the situation faced by the Consumer Electronics Group (CEG) of ECIL, a multiproduct, multidivisional company. CEG is mainly in the business of manufacturing and marketing black and white and colour TVs. It was among the earliest manufacturers of TVs and had built a solid brand image in ... More
Reference No: MAR0385(A)Pages: 22Published on: 17, August, 2007
Abstract: CavinKare Private Limited has emerged as an important player in the Indian fast moving consumer goods market. It has not only survived cut-throat competition from formidable multinational companies, but also has recorded sustained high growth over the years. Its business model has included converting important consumer insights into superior products, ... More
Reference No: CISG0117Pages: 33Published on: 14, November, 2011
Abstract: Take Solutions, Middle East and Africa (TSMEA) was a joint venture owned by the Aldamer family from Saudi Arabia, TSL from India and WJ Towell Group from Oman. TSMEA was a distributor, system integrator and after sales service provider to Intermec handheld computers in the Direct Store Delivery (DSD) segment ... More
Reference No: PROD0264Pages: 33Published on: 18, October, 2004
Abstract: The market share for cement transportation by rail had declined from 56% to 43% over the past decade. In an attempt to arrest the sliding market share, the Indian Railway (IR) wished to focus more on customer service by expanding the scope of its offer to a third party logistics service provider. ... More
Reference No: PSG0146(A)Pages: 17Published on: 13, June, 2023
Abstract: In 2008, amidst widespread farmers’ agitation over land acquisition issues, Ratan Tata, despite investing ₹300 crores, was compelled to abandon the Tata Nano project in Singur. Using Kingdon’s multiple agenda setting model, this case examines why despite the huge victory of West Bengal’s Left Front government in 2006 on the motto ... More
Reference No: PSG0146(B)Pages: 4Published on: 13, June, 2023
Abstract: In 2008, amidst widespread farmers’ agitation over land acquisition issues, Ratan Tata, despite investing ₹300 crores, was compelled to abandon the Tata Nano project in Singur. Using Kingdon’s multiple agenda setting model, this case examines why despite the huge victory of West Bengal’s Left Front government in 2006 on the motto ... More
Reference No: STR0458(A)Pages: 7Published on: 16, March, 2021
Abstract: The three cases provide a longitudinal account of the transformation of the Human Resource (HR) division of Mahindra’s Automotive and Farm Equipment Sector (AFS). An aspirational nudge from the Managing Director about the need for a more strategic HR role triggered the transformation exercise. The follow-up diagnostic study revealed ... More
Reference No: BP0319(B)Pages: 23Published on: 14, February, 2007
Abstract: This case is a sequel to Thermax (A). It describes strategy formulation and implementation associated with decisions over investment and internationalization after the firm raised capital through an Initial Public Offering (IPO). While resolving top management succession issues, the firm finds itself in a business downturn that sharply erodes its ... More
Reference No: BP0319(C)Pages: 29Published on: 1, December, 2010
Abstract: The case describes the turnaround of Thermax Limited and risk management after growth stall and an organisational crisis requiring evaluation and restructuring of the business portfolio. The conflicts between sustainable growth and shareholder value are addressed through selective internationalisation, new collaborations for innovations in disruptive technologies and strategic management of ... More
Reference No: CMA0811(B)Pages: 35Published on: 12, June, 2008
Abstract: A famous brand of sauce tested positive for Sudan I (a prohibited carcinogenic dye added for colour enhancement), which led to the biggest food products recall off the shelves in supermarkets and departmental stores of Britain. This brought to light that the mandatory testing of Sudan I by Spices Board ... More
Reference No: BP0014(B)Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The second case in this series, case (B) (BP0015) describes the policy making and operating organization of the dairy and raises the question of whether it requires change or improvement in light of the dairys objectives and the losses which it is sustaining. ... More
