Reference No: BP0144(C)Pages: 52Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Gives a historical overview of the manufacturing operations, and outlines the organizational setup for manufacturing. Discusses the strengths, weaknesses, threats, opportunities and the thrust of the manufacturing policy, and the strategic shift required for attaining the corporate objective of "Profit-Growth-Excellence." ... More
Reference No: CMA0582(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with the functioning of integrated cooperative structure in a geographical area, and explores the possibility of replicability of the experiences in another area under the cooperative framework. The case also examines the role that Samakya, a rural development agency, can play in promoting vertical integration in paddy processing and ... More
Reference No: CMA0578Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Attempts to present a methodology for estimating production potentialities of an area based on analysis of micro production units. Aggregation model was developed to obtain population parameters such that contribution of changes in production technology could be estimated. The methodology also involves the adjustments for some variables such as size ... More
Reference No: BP0144(F)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Traces the history of the Personnel Cell, and focuses its attention on such personnel functions as manpower planning, recruitment and selection, promotion, salary administration, and non-statutory welfare. A series of issues relating to these functions have been raised to signify their importance to the organization as a whole. ... More
Reference No: BP0174Pages: 35Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Punjab Tractors Limited was promoted by Punjab State Industrial Development Corporation on 27th June, 1970 at Chandigarh with the immediate main objective of setting up a plant for the manufacture of Swaraj 20 and 30 HP tractors. The case describes the process by which the product, the first major creation of Indian science ... More
Reference No: BP0144(D)Pages: 24Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Reviews the company's performance during a seven-year period--1974-75 to 1980-81. Voltas had resorted to certain operational strategies having significant financial implications: 1) it altered its method of calculating depreciation on its fixed assets; 2) it entered into foreign collaboration for its international operations; 3) it absorbed two of its affiliate companies with ... More
Reference No: BP0144(A)Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Describes the growth of Voltas over a 25-year period. The case identifies the significant changes in the companys strategies during this period. It highlights the challenges of the 1980s, and the opportunities and threats facing the company. ... More
Reference No: QM0194Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case describes an engineering firm that has grown in the last decade and increased its line of products. The case can be used to highlight the concept of "focused factory." ... More
Reference No: PROD0186Pages: 34Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case highlights the issues involved in job evaluation. Legal disputes, union-management relations and viewpoints on job evaluation and the procedure to be followed can be discussed. The case has specific reference to the existing Wage Board and its recommendations. ... More
Reference No: PROD0193Pages: 57Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case focuses on the problem of location of sponge iron plants in India. Sponge iron being a virgin industry, planners face a real problem in licensing such plants, keeping in view the growth of the industry over the next fifteen to twenty years. The case presents such issues as ... More
