Reference No: CMA0769EXPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1998
Abstract: This case seeks to evolve guidelines for prioritizing banks assistance for three food processing industries based on lending criterion of security and efficiency in their business. The three food-processing industries are grains and pulses, edible oils, and sugar mills. ... More
Reference No: CMA0767Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1998
Abstract: Modernization of paddy processing is important for higher efficiency. The case posts a problem of choosing one of the stages for a given amount of investment. It provides information to resolve this problem in the context of spread of HYVs in new areas and more enabling macro policy environment for ... More
Reference No: BP0248Pages: 5Published on: 4, February, 1998
Abstract: Novelty Bread narrates the success story of a bread manufacturing company belonging to a diversified group of medium sized family business. It can be used to illustrate the role of innovation in various aspects of business. The choice of the product mix itself is innovative. While the market leader, Modern ... More
Reference No: PROD0240Pages: 14Published on: 13, February, 1998
Abstract: The plant manager is concerned about the impact of increasing product variety, on the manufacturing operations, and consequently the competitiveness of the plant. The case describes the operations of a paint manufacturing facility. The objective of the case is to show how process analysis can be used to evaluate the ... More
Reference No: BP0249TECPages: 32Published on: 4, March, 1998
Abstract: The objective of the note is to give an idea of structural features of the air express industry in India. It describes the distinctive characteristics of the express industry and presents the origins and evolution of the industry abroad and in India. It then introduces the reader to the nature ... More
Reference No: OB0191Pages: 24Published on: 27, March, 1998
Abstract: Asoka Spintex, formerly known as Asoka Mill Ltd., was set up in 1920, not doing well. Most of textile mills in the country were not doing well in the 1980s owing to rising costs, competition from powerlooms, and heavy demand recession. To meet this situation, the company decided to upgrade the ... More
Reference No: IMG0014Pages: 7Published on: 20, April, 1998
Abstract: Based on real life experience, the case highlights the rising and falling fortunes of a small company, consequent on the change in the economic environment. It also highlights how stable joint venture relationships can change overnight with opening up to markets and Liberalization of a Protected economy. ... More
Reference No: BP0294Pages: 29Published on: 1, May, 1998
Abstract: The vision of Airfreight Limited (AFL) was to be an acknowledged leader in providing world class "Integrated Logistics Solutions" (ILS). The company was a family business involving clearing and forwarding, dating from 1867. AFL came formally into existence in 1945. In 1979, a tie-up with DHL Worldwide Express permitted AFL to introduce in ... More
Reference No: PROD0241(C)Pages: 5Published on: 13, May, 1998
Abstract: This case focuses on the optimal service level and buffer stock determination for a lubricant manufacturer, faced with a competitive market, at an intermediate stage in the supply chain. ... More
Reference No: PSG0075EX(B)Pages: 22Published on: 27, May, 1998
Abstract: In 1992, the Department of Telecom (DOT) announced provisional
selection of bidders for licensing the operation of cellular mobile
telephone services in the four metropolitan cities. This case deals
with a legal saga that Hutchison Max Telecom Pvt. Ltd. (HMTP)
underwent between January 1993 and October 1994. This case
focuses on the implications ... More
Reference No: PSG0075EX(A)Pages: 19Published on: 27, May, 1998
Abstract: Faced with a huge and growing unmet demand, the government
decided to open the telecom sector for private participation in
the mid 1980s. Tenders were invited, in 1992 from Indian companies
to bid for franchises of cellular mobile services in the metropolitan
cities. This case focuses on the issue that Hutchison ... More
Reference No: MAR0314Pages: 8Published on: 24, June, 1998
Abstract: This case focuses on the after sales service (experience) that a customer of a luxury car received. The implication on customer perceived costs and system for source improvements are discussed. ... More
Reference No: MAR0316Pages: 13Published on: 25, June, 1998
Abstract: This case supplements the case "Security Belt Limited" (MAR0315). It highlights one decision area, namely communication, to be targeted at organizations segmented by attitude and usage behaviour. ... More