Reference No: CMA0783EXPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This case, based on published literature and field visits, poses some questions as to whether SHGs can be a substitute for the existing "mode" or "strategy" of RFIs in reaching the unreached, which of three models of linkage of SHGs with banks may be chosen, in what manner saving and ... More
Reference No: CMA0780EXPages: 18Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This case focuses on the owner/entrepreneur's perspective of a small enterprise in a new market (dried flower exports). Currently, a large part of the business risk is borne by the importer. The supply and processing risk is borne by the entrepreneur. However, possibilities and long term strategies might require ... More
Reference No: CMA0797EXPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This exercise on planning procurement of agricultural produce (Basmati paddy) for processing for the commencing season, gives information on major produce markets, and about major competitors. It also gives the indices of arrivals and prices for the six identified markets over eight weeks of peak arrivals. The idea is to ... More
Reference No: CMA0789EXPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case depicts the situation where a seed enterprise gives its seed production programme to the farmers. Since, the farmers are reluctant to accept the offer, the Production Manager of Western India Seed Company is disturbed as he has to raise the compensation rate to lure the farmers. The case ... More
Reference No: CMA0786TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This note deals with (a) the theory of leading inputs, (b) irrigation potential, its development and utilization under successive five years plans, (c) the size and composition of public investment in harnessing various sources of irrigation and their benefits in general terms, (d) major problem-areas of development of irrigation as ... More
Reference No: CMA0781TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This technical note discusses major recent strengths and weaknesses of Indian agriculture with some past perspective. The purpose is to introduce the students with the present basic strong and weak characteristics and performance of this sector. And the second purpose is to provide an opportunity to discuss how to facilitate ... 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: MAR0325(A)Pages: 21Published on: 27, September, 1999
Abstract: RPG Enterprises, one of the top five business houses of India, decided in 1996 to enter organized food retailing by opening a chain of supermarket grocery stores under the name "FoodWorld" in Chennai, Bangalore and Hyderabad, the three major cities in south India. This case describes the background and rationale of ... More
Reference No: MAR0325(B)Pages: 36Published on: 27, September, 1999
Abstract: FoodWorld is a division of Spencer's, the retailing company of RPG Enterprises (RPG). This case focuses on the supply chain strategy. The key issues were 1) what to stock, 2) where and whom to source from, 3) how to reduce total delivery time from vendor to store and 4) how to reduce the cost ... More
Reference No: IMG0016Pages: 32Published on: 15, June, 1999
Abstract: Ranbaxy Laboratories Limited, a major player in the Indian pharmaceutical industry, is one of the few Indian multinational corporations. The case describes the evolution of the company from a small beginning in the 1950s to a leadership position in the Indian pharmaceutical industry. The case describes the strategies pursued by ... More
Reference No: MAR0324Pages: 19 Published on: 15, June, 1999
Abstract: In early January 1996, Mr Peter Thomas, Senior Brand Manager of Biltek Tea (India) Limited (BTIL), was reviewing the recent sales performance figures of Jasmine, a premium dust tea brand that he was handling. Although Jasmine was the market leader in southern India, Mr Thomas was concerned about the stagnant growth ... More
Reference No: MAR0319(B)Pages: 16Published on: 1, June, 1999
Abstract: Ahmedabad based Ashima Attires (AA) had just decided to launch a ready to stitch (RTS) shirting and trouser fabric brand called Icon based on recommendations made by a consulting company. The product had to be launched in August 1997 in some of the states in India, starting with Gujarat. The CEO ... 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: MAR0321Pages: 29Published on: 3, May, 1999
Abstract: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRC) was set up as a Public Sector company under the Ministry of Railways in July 1990 to bridge the 738 km "Konkan Gap" by providing a railway connection between Roha (150 kms South of Mumbai) and Thokur (about 22 kms North of Mangalore). KRC completed the project at a ... More
