Reference No: MAR0421(B)Pages: 6Published on: 8, June, 2011
Abstract: The case describes briefly the problem definition stage and details of the research plan for collecting information to address the question: "whether to set up a plant for manufacturing synthetic menthol through the process invented by the R&D Division of Chemical Products Limited?". The plan includes a description of ... 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: CIPR0008Pages: 16Published on: 20, October, 2010
Abstract: In February 2006, Engineers India Limited (EIL) which was hired by the Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) had to submit their final report. The report had to evaluate whether a single point mooring or an additional jetty would be more viable for HPCL's increased crude import requirements through the Mumbai port. ... More
Reference No: CMA0026Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The case covers export promotion activities of a leading manufacturer of lime juice and describes the problems in promoting its sales in the overseas market. ... More
Reference No: F&A0233(A)Pages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Traces the growth of Larsen and Toubro Limited from an import house of engineering goods to its current position as one of the largest industrial houses, manufacturing engineering goods. The environmental, organizational and market variables responsible for the growth of L&T are traced, and the relative changes of the ... More
Reference No: F&A0233(I)Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: After developing the required understanding of a long range framework for more effective budgeting [described in L&T (D) and (E)], the General Manager (Finance) considers the time appropriate to have a hard look at the existing budgeting system in the organization. Several issues (e.g. the role of the ... More
Reference No: MAR0322(A)Pages: 7Published on: 5, May, 1999
Abstract: Bedi Ferox Limited, the Indian joint venture of Ferox Corporation, operated in the areas of business products and systems, which handled document processing and related business. Plain paper copiers had been the main product of the company. Over the years, the company had expanded its business into such areas as ... More
Reference No: MAR0322(B)Pages: 6Published on: 5, May, 1999
Abstract: Bedi Ferox Limited, the Indian joint venture of Ferox Corporation, operated in the areas of business products and systems, which handled document processing and related business. Plain paper copiers had been the main product of company. Over the years, the company had expanded business into areas such as document-processing workstations, ... More
Reference No: PROD0246Pages: 35Published on: 12, September, 1999
Abstract: This case discusses a wide range of supply chain issues, ranging from procurement strategies, managing internal operations, to handing despatches to customers, handled at Coil AND sheet Steel Company Limited (CSSL). The implications of such an integrated look at these decisions are evident because of the tight linkages of material ... 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: 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: BP0141(A)Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: In May 1978, the companys Managing Director was concerned over the delay in getting government sanctions for starting an export- oriented tool-manufacturing venture. His dilemma was how best he could communicate the urgency of the situation and the need for speedy clearance of the project to the government, particularly the bureaucracy. ... More
Reference No: BP0141(B)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: In May 1978, the companys Managing Director was concerned over the delay in getting government sanctions for starting an export- oriented tool-manufacturing venture. His dilemma was how best he could communicate the urgency of the situation and the need for speedy clearance of the project to the government, particularly the bureaucracy. ... More
Reference No: F&A0401Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case is useful in explaining the working of stock market operations ? the specified and non-specified securities, carry forward of transactions, badla market, margins, book closure, price adjustment for rights and other capital issues, and ex-rights and ex-dividend stock prices. It is also an exercise in valuation of partly convertible ... More
Reference No: F&A0559Pages: 21Published on: 27, October, 2020
Abstract: Northern Textiles (NTL) used highly complex derivatives to hedge its currency risk, and these structured products have been profitable in the past. But in 2008, unanticipated movements in exchange rates have led to serious losses. Seth, the Chairman of NTL, has come to know about the losses on a specific deal, ... More
