Ivey Business School (Canada)
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City of London Water: Predicting Electricity Prices and Optimizing Operations
Ernesto Arandia; Joe Naoum-Sawaya; Kira Wembo XueCase IVEY-9B19E004-EDecision AnalysisThe manager of Water Operations at the City of London wanted to reduce the cost of pumping water by optimizing energy use. Water Operations had been consistently experiencing higher operational costs, and electricity bills accounted for up to 30 per cent of its direct costs. If the manager could predict the future cost of energy, she could schedule the operation of the water pumps to benefit from periods of low energy prices, potentially saving u...Starting at €8.20
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United Way: Taking a Public Stance on a Controversial Issue
Anthony Goerzen; Luke FiskeCase IVEY-9B16M065-EStrategyIn June 2012, the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox, and Addington chapter of the United Way had the opportunity to present its views at an upcoming public forum on a proposal to build a casino in Kingston, Ontario. The possibility of a casino in Kingston was a controversial and emotional topic; it was supported by influential business and government leaders but also had many detractors. Pro-casino advocates said a casino would create jobs, spur local ...Starting at €8.20
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Fair Trade Jewellery Co.: Establishing an Ethical Global Value Chain
Anthony Goerzen; Luke FiskeCase IVEY-9B20M139-EEntrepreneurship, StrategyIn August 2019, Fair Trade Jewellery Co., a mid-size jewellery retailer based in Toronto, Canada, was wondering how to ensure that its customers received responsibly sourced gold and diamond jewellery. The company had already devoted considerable amountsStarting at €8.20
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Warehousing Enhancements for E-Commerce Growth
Juri Zguri; Fatma Gzara; Joe Naoum-SawayaCase IVEY-9B20E006-EDecision AnalysisAs an e-commerce logistics manager at the national grocery store chain TrixMag, Jim Vector was continually seeking efficiency improvements in the company’s supply chain. Following positive trends in the online grocery segment, Vector was specifically explStarting at €8.20