Reference No: BP0265Pages: 8Published on: 8, January, 2001
Abstract: This case describes the situation faced by the management of Torrent Gujarat Biotech Limited (TGBL), a company that was set up to manufacture Penecillin G, an antibiotic, in mitigating unexpected developments in the policy and competitive environment. The economics of the penicillin project changed drastically when the government liberalized the ... More
Reference No: F&A0277Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case focuses on financial planning in the small scale industry. Assessment of requirements of funds for providing facilities and for working, and the need for phasing out commitments inconsistent with economics and financial feasibility are discussed. The major bias is, however, on assessment of working capital and preparation of ... More
Reference No: CMA0019Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The manager of the cotton ginning factory is considering whether he should replace old gins with modern ones. The teaching focus is on the problems of processing the innovation needed. ... More
Reference No: ECO0018Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case Concerns the small car investment project about which the Government of India was to announce a decision in 1955. The problem was: In view of the existing idle capacity in the indigenous industry, and the foreign exchange shortage, was the decision to go ahead with a new Small car ... More
Reference No: F&A0321Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Describes a controversy between the marketing manager, who instructs his department to dispose of the accumulated stock of sarees at a price discount of 15%, and the financial advisor, who asserts that the discount would result in a huge loss to the corporation. The controversy provides an opportunity for discussing the ... More
Reference No: BP0263Pages: 9Published on: 8, January, 2001
Abstract: This case deals with the issues in mitigating an unexpected development. The Torrent group decided to integrate backwards by venturing into the production of penicillin. The decision was motivated by the huge demand-supply gap and a favourable public policy. The technology was to be supplied by a company in Czeckoslovakia. ... More
Reference No: CMA0702TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: This note discusses the nature and role of food processing industries in economic development. How food processing industries induce rural lead industrialization and satisfy domestic and export demand for their products are brought out. The relative importance of food processing industries in all manufacturing industries is studied. Performance of food ... More
Reference No: CMA0716TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1994
Abstract: This note defines agro-processing industries. It provides their contribution in national income and in value added from manufacturing in India. The note then goes on to discuss (a) the reasons for growing opportunities in these industries despite the fact that such industries relative importance declines in the process of economic ... More
Reference No: CMA0623TECPages: 52Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Agriculture concerns practically the entire biomass-plants, animals, insects, micro-organisms. All these organic matter contain carbon and hydrogen and frequently nitrogen and phosphorous. Application of science and technology for converting the biomass in numerous products had a snowball effect on the process of industrialization and economic development. The process is already ... More
Reference No: PSG0136Pages: 11Published on: 2, August, 2021
Abstract: Indian Railways runs around 10,000 trains daily and carries approximately 1,500 million tonnes of freight annually. It houses about 800 electric locomotives with 12,000 horsepower, the largest globally. The emphasis on freight transport is set to only increase in the coming years with the establishment of a dedicated freight corridor. In such a scenario, ... More
Reference No: BP0424Pages: 22Published on: 29, March, 2019
Abstract: The year 2013-14 was very significant for Raychem RPG Ltd (RRL) - a joint venture between RPG group, India and TE Connectivity, USA. The sales were looking up and order book was promising. Newly restructured units were working well, and business in new segments was picking up. There were several ... More
Reference No: STR0484Pages: 32Published on: 31, March, 2025
Abstract: Natural diamonds have long been associated with luxury and exclusivity. The global diamond supply chain is susceptible to socio-economic, technological, and geopolitical disruptions. Furthermore, the uneven distribution of diamond deposits across various countries increases the supply chain’s vulnerability. How should traditional natural diamond firms sustain their business amidst these ... More
Reference No: O&DS0005EXPages: 3Published on: 22, April, 2024
Abstract: Palak Sheth is the proprietor of Vastrapur Widgets Limited (VWL), which manufactures widgets for machines that produce engineering goods. Sheth is facing a dilemma regarding an export order for 1,000 units. The dilemma is whether VWL should use the existing raw material or discard it and use new raw material, which ... More
Reference No: HRM0260Pages: 26Published on: 7, August, 2023
Abstract: SRK Exports Pvt. Ltd., a family-owned diamond firm based in Surat, India, has over 6000 employees. Despite facing economic downturns and the COVID-19 pandemic, the company, under the guidance of founder Govind Dholakia, has managed to avoid employee layoffs.
SRK’s HRM practices, including performance management, training and development, recruitment and ... More
