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  1. Machine Learning for Management Applications

    Authors: Yegneshwar, S;

    Reference No: CISG0002TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: Learning is a very general term encompassing a wide variety of activities and is, hence difficult to define. It has commonly been regarded as the process of assimilating knowledge leading to increased understanding, summarization of experience, or any process which helps improve performance over time. Machine learning is an area ... More

  2. The Unstoppable Journey: Transformation of Apollo Tyres Ltd.

    Authors: Varkkey, Biju; Koshy, Abraham; Oburai, Prathap; Joy, Roshni;

    Reference No: P&IR0206 Pages: 41 Published on: 10, September, 2008

    Abstract: Apollo Tyres Limited was started in 1974 by an entrepreneur, Ranauq Singh, plagued with poor quality and labour problems at its mother plant in Kerala, the business did not take off well. His son, Onkar Kanwar introduced radical changes in 1980s to the company around. By 2006, Apollo Tyres had transformed into ... More

  3. Mohan Dixit

    Authors: Gupta, Vishal; Premapuri, Priyanka;

    Reference No: OB0233 Pages: 7 Published on: 26, June, 2018

    Abstract: Mohan Dixit, Head, Sales and Marketing, India Operations, EuroMotoCorp Pvt. Ltd., an automobile manufacturing multinational company headquartered in Munich, Germany. This case outlines the harried nature of his life: professional problems (decrease in the market share, not being able to say 'no', unable to delegate, pressed for time, member of ... More

  4. Maintenance Scheduling of Railway Coaching Stock: A Case of Ahmedabad

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: PROD0214 Pages: 19 Published 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

  5. Spreadsheet Through Examples (Excel Version)

    Authors: Rao, V Venkata;

    Reference No: CISG0057TEC Pages: 98 Published on: 24, June, 1999

    Abstract: This note describes the features of the spread package, MS Excel through several examples. The emphasis is on those features that are of particular interest to management students. The examples deal with what-if analysis, financial analysis, data and string manipulation, database operations and macros. There are twenty problems, and a ... More

  6. Public Health Programs: Policy Development, Planning and Implementation

    Authors: Ramani, K V;

    Reference No: CMHS0034TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 18, March, 2015

    Abstract: In this note, we discuss the concepts of policy, planning, and implementation & control decisions for program/project management in any organization and relate these to the core functions of public health program management. We describe the (i) policy making process through an illustration of the UNAIDS policies for HIV/AIDS ... More

  7. Ganesh Flour Mills Company Limited (B)

    Authors: Murthy, K R S;

    Reference No: BP0092(B) Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: Describes the post takeover operations of Ganesh Flour Mills by a professional group of managers. Raises the question of ownership of the company in the context of the surpluses generated after the takeover and highlights the temporary character of the takeover of management and the problems in the reconstruction of ... More

  8. Gujarat State Fertilizers Company Limited (A)

    Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

    Reference No: PROD0026(A) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The case describes the application of PERT and CPM techniques to the project construction operations of a fertilizer plant in India. It indicates all the necessary steps, which must be taken before starting with the introduction of PERT, and how PERT helps in spotlighting troubles earlier. The student is expected ... More

  9. Body Line Health Care Limited

    Authors: Raghuram, G; Banerjee, Bibek;

    Reference No: PROD0243 Pages: 4 Published on: 2, September, 1999

    Abstract: Body Line Health Care Limited (BLHCL), a pharmaceutical company with a turnover exceeding Rs 300 crores in 1997-98, with a portfolio of nearly 350 formulations, offered through five divisions, was a major player in the therapeutic segment. The marketing effort was carried out through a field force of 1200 medical representatives (MRs). BLHC ... More

  10. The Steaming Mug

    Authors: Ranganathan; Kavitha;

    Reference No: IS0136 Pages: 14 Published on: 28, March, 2018

    Abstract: The case is meant to be used in an introductory course on Data Visualization or Analytics in either a business school or any other context where students have had some exposure to management topics. This case primarily focuses on introducing students to the basic philosophy and techniques of exploratory data ... More

  11. Dredging Corporation of India

    Authors: Raghuram, G; Vohra, Neharika;

    Reference No: PSG0081 Pages: 24 Published 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

  12. Police IT Ecosystem of Karnataka State Police

    Authors: Maheshwari, Sunil K; Verma, Sanjay; Ray, Prantika;

    Reference No: HRM0243 Pages: 9 Published on: 22, April, 2019

    Abstract: Sanjay Sahay, Additional Director General of Karnataka Police and the mastermind behind the fully operational IT ecosystem for Karnataka police reviewed the challenges and bottlenecks in the implementation of the system. He pondered upon the next steps in the direction of national implementation of the technology and his future career ... More

  13. Shivani Carriers Pvt Ltd: Managing Employee Motivation at the Bottom of the Pyramid

    Authors: Sharda, Kirti;

    Reference No: OB0224 Pages: 18 Published on: 31, March, 2016

    Abstract: The case, “Shivani Carriers Pvt. Ltd.: Managing Employee Motivation at the Bottom of the Pyramid”, has been designed to teach students about the basic principles of employee motivation. The case is also a representative example of the problems faced by small and medium-sized businesses in employee acquisition, motivation, and retention, ... More

  14. I am Omnipresent

    Authors: Varkkey, Biju; Mrinmoy Majumder;

    Reference No: P&IR0209 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, June, 2011

    Abstract: Shweta, Head, India Operations of FV IT Labs, was facing a decision dilemma. While she was aware of irrational behaviour on part of the founder and CEO of the company at times, there seemed to be nothing she could do about it. From trivial matters like bill payments to approval ... More

  15. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited: The Corporate Planning Process **

    Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K;

    Reference No: F&A0269 Pages: 32 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Describes in detail the corporate plan introduced by a new management team in a large public sector undertaking after there has been considerable criticism of the inability of indigenous suppliers of power equipment to deliver the promised supply. The corporate plan is described in detail and adequate data relating to ... More

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