Reference No: BP0394Pages: 28Published on: 29, March, 2016
Abstract: This case describes the knowledge management (KM) initiatives at the level of a unit of one of the largest chemical companies in India. The unit, Tata Chemicals Ltd, Mithapur, has a unique knowledge base accumulated over generations of experiments, trials, and errors. It is in the midst of implementing a ... More
Reference No: MAR0480Pages: 26Published on: 29, March, 2016
Abstract: Realizing the potential of Assam Mobile Theatre, which has emerged as the most popular entertainment media option in Assam, Q-Connect has developed a sponsorship business model which helps brands in reaching to rural customers in Assam. After establishing the business of Q-Connect in partnership with about forty theatre companies in ... More
Reference No: F&A0530Pages: 9Published on: 30, March, 2016
Abstract: The case focuses on the key choices and decision issues that entrepreneurs face in the fast evolving mode of startup funding, known as 'crowdfunding'. It is centred around three products which vary significantly on many dimensions such as the level of innovativeness, risk, social good generated by the product, and ... More
Reference No: F&A0530TECPages: 14Published on: 30, March, 2016
Abstract: Crowfunding is a relatively new way of raising capital for early stage entrepreneurial ventures. It involves raising funds from a large number of individuals in small denominations. The note discusses various aspects of the different forms of crowfunding. It describes the mechanics involved in the most popular form of crowfunding ... More
Reference No: CMHS0033(B)Pages: 11Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: The Health Secretary to the Government of India called a meeting to address the slow progress of India’s march towards achieving the MDG 4 target. He was glancing over the report presented to him by the UNICEF director (India) on the poor performance by India compared to its neighbouring countries. ... More
Reference No: CMHS0037Pages: 27Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: Aravind Eye Care System (AECS) had a dream run on the growth path, providing affordable, quality eye care to the patients by building on economies of scale and developing a cross-subsidization model for financial sustainability. As the organization continued on the pursuit of growth, driven by its mission, ‘to eliminate ... More
Reference No: MAR0483(A)Pages: 3Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: This case is a part of series of cases which deal with entire process of doing marketing research. Each case in the series describes sequentially different stages in a typical marketing research project. Case (A) is on problem definition which is a first stage in marketing research project. A group ... More
Reference No: F&A0533Pages: 38Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: In February 2015, Suzlon had just completed its financial and asset restructuring, following financial default after rapid growth through debt financed acquisitions in the financial boom ending in 2008. The restructuring resulted in a significant decrease in the promoter’s equity stake. Suzlon now has to decide how to respond to an ... More