Reference No: IMG0017(B)Pages: 6Published on: 14, July, 2008
Abstract: Describes the evolution of an offshore Analytics organization in India. Traces three years of organization building and narrates the challenges faced in transacting business with onsite operations culture, communication, skill set differences across offices. ... More
Reference No: MAR0398Pages: 4Published on: 16, July, 2008
Abstract: The case briefly describes the situation of a leading company and the industry structure in the Small Pack Refined Oil (SPRO) market in Indian. The case describes the process of developing four concepts for assessing the opportunity in the SPRO market. The case can be used to assess the concept ... More
Reference No: F&A0481(B)Pages: 10Published on: 17, July, 2008
Abstract: Air Deccan concluded its Initial Public Offering (IPO) in May 2006, which did not receive a strong positive investor response. The company had reported a loss in the previous year. It further suffered a financial crunch due to continuous hike in fuel prices and addition of new aircrafts. To partly counter ... More
Reference No: F&A0481(D)Pages: 29Published on: 17, July, 2008
Abstract: Air Deccan planned to raise ` 450 crore by selling up to 26 per cent stake to professional investor(s). This was the consequence of a debt that needed to be paid. The situation was grim for Air Deccan. There were pending law suits and some of the top management executives were leaving ... More
Reference No: F&A0481(C)Pages: 10Published on: 17, July, 2008
Abstract: Air Deccan planned to raise Rs. 450 crore by selling up to 26 per cent stake to professional investor(s). This was the consequence of a debt that needed to be paid. The situation was grim for Air Deccan. There were pending law suits and some of the top management executives were ... More
Reference No: F&A0481(A)Pages: 33Published on: 17, July, 2008
Abstract: Air Deccan, as India's first low cost carrier, grew steadily since its start in August 2003 to operate 230 daily flights to 55 destinations using 30 aircraft by the end of April 2006. In the Indian aviation sector, the entry of Air Deccan heralded increased competition in a scenario where three domestic airlines enjoyed relatively ... More
Reference No: PROD0293Pages: 20Published on: 31, July, 2008
Abstract: The traditional copra supply chain involved coconut farmers, copra converters, traders in terminal markets, up-country traders, traders in futures markets, different kinds of brokers, and millers who converted copra into coconut oil. Marico was a major player in the branded coconut oil market in India and needed to procure almost 15 ... More
Reference No: MAR0400Pages: 27Published on: 8, August, 2008
Abstract: Radio Mirchi is the flagship brand of Entertainment Network India Limited (ENIL). ENIL is the largest private FM radio broadcaster in India. ENIL was able to gain a stronghold in the market due to its strengths of innovativeness and creative content, large operating network, reach among listeners, high quality studio ... More
Reference No: OB0204(B)Pages: 37Published on: 19, August, 2008
Abstract: In May 2005, the Wilh Wilhelmsen (WW) group took the decision of acquiring Unitor. The price was settled at 73.5 NOK. Despite obvious complementarity, it wasn't an easy decision. The acquisition had posed major challenges due to diversity in geographies, systems, products and markets. It was anticipated that this move would, mainly, ... More
Reference No: BP0323(B)Pages: 32Published on: 19, August, 2008
Abstract: This is a sequel to Barber and Barwil (A): Strategic Options (BP0323(A)). It consists of presentations that include recommendations by the project team to the Board of Directors of the Wilh Wilhelmsen (WW) group and the Board's consequent decisions in September, 2004. This is also a bridge to WMS (A): ... More
Reference No: BP0323(A)Pages: 27Published on: 19, August, 2008
Abstract: Wilh Wilhelmsen ASA of Norway was a traditional ship owning company that had diversified into the ?Maritime Services' sector. In addition to cargo transportation, its two main ?service' business areas were Ship Management (Barber International) and Port Agency (Barwil), established in 1975. Both companies had become big brand names in their ... More
Reference No: F&A0482(A)Pages: 42Published on: 19, August, 2008
Abstract: During early 2005, the Wilh Wilhelmsen (WW) group was being restructured by integrating the two main divisions, Barwil (ship services at port) and Barber International (ship management services). They formed a new parent entity called Wilhelmsen Maritime Services (WMS) under the WW group. At this point, Unitor, one of the world's ... More
Reference No: CISG0100(B)Pages: 5Published on: 29, August, 2008
Abstract: The government of Kerala embarked upon an e-literacy project with the aim of enabling every household to be able to use basic computer services. The pilot of this project was implemented in Malapuram district and involved establishing tele-centers across the district. The focus of this case is the identification of ... More
Reference No: CISG0100(B)-HindiPages: 5Published on: 29, August, 2008
Abstract: आधारभूत कम्प्यूटर सेवाओं के उपयोग के लिए प्रत्येक परिवार सक्षम बने ऐसे उद्देश्य के साथ केरल सरकार ने एक ई-साक्षरता परियोजना शुरू की थी।इस परियोजना का प्रारम्भ मलप्पुरम् जिले से किया गया और जिले भर में टैलि-सेन्टर भी स्थापित किये गये थे। इस केस में एक उपयुक्त ग्राम्य कनेक्टिविटी टैकनोलोजी की आधार-सामग्री को पहचानने पर ध्यान दिया गया और उसी के आर्किटेक्चर डिजाइन को पहचानने पर भी ध्यान केंद्रित किया गया है। ... More
