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Infosys Technologies: Powered by Intellect, Driven by Values
Mitchell, Jordan; Velamuri, RamaCase E-81-EBusiness Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility, EntrepreneurshipThis case documents the evolution of Infosys Technologies from its humble beginnings in 1981 to its position in 2004 as one of the most admired companies in India, with revenues exceeding US$ 1 billion, profits of US$ 270 million (CAGR in revenues and profits of approximately 60% over the past 10 years), and a workforce of more than 25,000 employees. The case focuses on the values of the founders, and the extent to which these values have allowed...Starting at €8.20
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Alacrity Housing Chennai - Teaching Note
Mitchell, Jordan; Velamuri, RamaTeaching Note ET-3-EEntrepreneurshipNote prepared as an aid to instructors in the classroom use of cases E-69-E and E-70-E, Alacrity Housing Chennai (A) and (B).Starting at €0.00
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Paytm: Targeting More Pockets for Its Mobile Wallet
Sandeep Puri; Shivani Upadhyay; Siddharth Agarwal; Debasish ChatterjeeCase IVEY-9B16M026-EEntrepreneurship, StrategyPaytm enjoyed a position as the leader in India’s market for mobile wallets, a digital service that enabled payments to be made through mobile devices. Paytm’s major client, Uber, which developed and operated a smartphone-based, ride-hailing app as a way to compete with traditional taxi companies, had initially used Paytm’s mobile wallet as the sole payment mode for Uber rides in India. However, in 2015 Uber revised its payment policy by adding a...Starting at €8.20
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Johnson Controls-Hitachi: Aiming to Consolidate a Market Lead
Sandeep Puri; Shivani Upadhyay; Shubham SharmaCase IVEY-9B17M082-EMarketing, StrategyAt the beginning of 2017, India was among the top 10 markets for Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning India Limited, accounting for around 10 per cent of its revenue. The company was trying to increase its room air conditioner (RAC) market from 11 per cent to 20 per cent by 2020. It was positioned in the premium segment of the RAC market but wanted to enter the popular segment, which was crowded with established players. The company’s focus ...Starting at €8.20
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CEIBS: A Global Business School Made in China
Quelch, John A.; Velamuri, Rama; Liu, ShengjunCase HBS-510088-EMarketingTo maximize their effectiveness, color cases should be printed in color. In 2009, just 15 years after it was founded, the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) has achieved the remarkable 8th position in the Financial Times Global MBA rankings. The case describes the short history of the school and the reasons for its success. It also describes the difficult challenges the school faces to maintain its position of leadership in Asia: ...Starting at €8.20
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Alacrity Housing Chennai (A)
Velamuri, RamaCase E-69-EEntrepreneurshipThe case describes the values-based management of Alacrity Housing, a construction company founded by Amol Karnad. The company takes a firm stand against corrupt practices, and achieves market leadership in a very short space of time.Starting at €8.20
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Infosys Technologies: impulsada por intelecto, conducida por valores
Mitchell, Jordan; Velamuri, RamaCase E-81Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility, EntrepreneurshipEste caso documenta la evolución de Infosys Technologies desde sus humildes comienzos, en 1981, a su posición, en 2004, como una de las empresas más admiradas en la India con unos ingresos superiores a mil millones de dólares estadounidenses, unos beneficios de 270 millones de dólares (CAGR en ingresos y beneficios de un 60% aproximadamente a lo largo de los 10 últimos años), y una mano de obra que excede los veinticinco mil empleados. El caso se...Starting at €8.20
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Alacrity Housing Chennai (B)
Velamuri, RamaCase E-70-EEntrepreneurshipThe case is to be used after Alacrity Housing (A). In case (B), the difficulties faced by Alacrity Housing in the period 1994-2002 are described. The case outlines the very difficult external environment, as well as some controversial organizational changes that the founder Amol Karnad introduces. In 2002, the very survival of the company is in question.Starting at €5.74
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El caso HBR: Locos por el "sello brit nico"
Kirby, Julia; Ferguson, Niall; Thomas, Dana; Seidman, Dov; Corkindale, GillArticle HBS-R0711AMarketingCastlebridge & Company, un fabricante de prendas de vestir exteriores de alta calidad, es una institución británica centenaria. Su sede se mantienen en Londres, pero la mayor parte de su producción se ha trasladado al exterior. Con la última fábrica nacional programado para cerca, los ejecutivos de la empresa luchan para preservar la "identidad británica" de la marca. Para el historiador Niall Ferguson, el cierre de la planta es un paso lógico. E...Starting at €8.20
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Johnson Controls-Hitachi: Moving Out of the Core Product Range
Sandeep Puri; Shubham Sharma; Shivani UpadhyayCase IVEY-9B17A029-EMarketing, StrategyWith the quarter ending December 2016 closing on a sour note after a loss of ?79.7 million, Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning India Limited found itself reassessing its business expansion strategies. The company’s stand-alone net profit in fiscal year 2015–16 was down 35.73 per cent from the previous fiscal year. Its launch of a new range of imported air purifiers in 2015 as part of its expansion plan may have hit an obstacle with the dip...Starting at €8.20