Reference No: P&IR0160Pages: 27 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Matsushita Electric of Japan is among the world's largest consumer electronics companies. Half of its sales and a quarter of its workers are, however, outside Japan. The case describes the operations of Novino Batteries, one of two nearly identical Matsushita joint ventures in India that were established in 1972. The case ... More
Reference No: BP0244TECPages: 25Published on: 22, February, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the structure of India's TV industry in 1992. It gives the evolution of the industry, the entry barriers, the profiles of the major players, the market and the main suppliers, both for black & white (B&W) and colour TVs. The note enables a structural analysis of the industry ... More
Reference No: STR0451(A)Pages: 29Published on: 31, December, 2020
Abstract: Madan Mohanka set up Tega Industries Ltd in 1976 to manufacture abrasion-resistant rubber mill lining products used in the mining and mineral processing industries. In 2006, as part of its inorganic expansion strategy, Tega bought a mill-liner company in South Africa. Buoyed by this growth, two acquisitions were made in Australia and ... More
Reference No: F&A0419Pages: 2Published on: 7, August, 1994
Abstract: A case on stock portfolio management focusing on market timing and tactical asset allocation. Highlights the role of the beta coefficient in controlling market risk. ... More
Reference No: ECO0004Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Considers the demand, production and investment targets of the three Five Year Plans to reassess the growth prospects of the machine tools industry. The case is also concerned with the development of demand indicators for the industry as a guideline for the company's planning. "A Note on Machine Tool Industry" ... More
Reference No: BP0198Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The case describes the process by which the company was formed and how from a very weak financial and technical position it has developed into a leading firm in the tractor industry. The case provides the historical background of the organization and discusses in detail the nature of foreign collaboration ... More
Reference No: MAR0325(C)Pages: 30Published on: 27, September, 1999
Abstract: In May 1996, RPG Enterprises, one of the top five Indian business houses, formally entered the nascent sector of large-scale organized food retailing with the opening of the first FoodWorld, a supermarket grocery store. By the end of 1998, the FoodWorld chain had expanded into 19 stores with hubs in Chennai, Bangalore and ... More
Reference No: F&A0406Pages: 27Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case focuses on the elements of the strategy of the company's financial turnaround. It provides an opportunity to understand the linkage between industry factors, operating strategy, and financial performance and policy of the company. ... More
Reference No: MAR0291Pages: 32Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: Expert Advertising Agency was a medium sized advertising agency which wished to increase its billing to a level comparable with that of the top few in the industry, and to acquire the stature of a market leader. expert wished to formulate a marketing strategy in order to achieve this growth. ... More
Reference No: MAR0059Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case involves discussion of issues regarding two topics in marketing research problem formulation and evaluation of a research proposal. Issues regarding how to translate management's concerns into researchable propositions are highlighted. The case deals with issues of expanding the company owned retail shop network for distributing its textile products. ... More
Reference No: F&A0169Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1971
Abstract: The case deals with a medium-sized textile mill's application for revision of loan limits in order to meet working capital requirements. The additional working capital is required for financing a new product mix and the consequent changes in its distribution channel. The case also gives monthly data on the fluctuations ... More
Reference No: ECO0019Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case deals with forecasting the market demand for a leading brand of vegetable oil called "Vanaspati." The problem is viewed from the point of view of a company that controls a substantial market share of this product in India. Students are asked to prepare a long term forecast of ... More
Reference No: F&A0115(A)Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case provides an excellent opportunity to analyse and evaluate banker- borrower relations. It also gives an opportunity to discuss the concept of security from the bank's point of view. The importance of breakeven and contribution analysis, and economic and financial viability of the project as crucial inputs in appraising ... More
Reference No: OB0247Pages: 6Published on: 28, April, 2021
Abstract: The case revolves around a critical incident that took place at an Indian pharmaceutical company, in which various stakeholders had very different perspectives regarding the nature, causes and consequences of the incident. By illustrating the contrasting perceptions of the same event, the authors have shed light on the nature of ... More
Reference No: STR0473Pages: 20Published on: 20, November, 2023
Abstract: In 2019, Nissan India found itself facing a turbulent market situation as it contested market space against 14 competitors. Some of its recent product launches had not been well-received, and dealers nationwide were sceptical of associating with Nissan. The following year, Nissan appointed Rakesh Srivastava as the new Managing Director of Nissan ... More
