Reference No: PROD0006(A)Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: A trading organization starts manufacturing some of the machine tools it was selling, and finds difficulty in meeting the delivery schedules. The case highlights the need for inventory control, raw material standardization, establishment of operation standards, reorganization of functions, and other systems and procedures. A good deal of data on ... More
Reference No: MAR0036(A)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The case deals with purchase of imported items by an authorized agent and the implications of government policy on the planning of the company. ... More
Reference No: PROD0013(B)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The manager is thinking of dropping a product because of growing price competition. The production controller and the secretary feel that the product is not profitable and requires too much time. The plant is running below capacity. ... More
Reference No: CMA0031Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: A lift irrigation plant owner is facing problems in supplying water to consumers. He evaluates the different alternatives in order to find out the best solution. ... More
Reference No: ECO0024Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The note contains factual information regarding and role played by the Managing Agency system in the promotion, Financial and management of Indian business. The existing information o this system is document in this note which servers as a background reading material for "Flogging the Dead Horse Should the Managing
Agency ... More
Reference No: MAR0013(G)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Bright Engineering had been forced to reduce its price by 50% for its major product because of fierce competition from a bigger firm. The management desired to drop this item and was looking for new product lines to utilize its excess production capacity. The case involves assessing the marketing potential for ... More
Reference No: ECO0001(E)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case involves the considerations for the purchase of Boeing 707s in order to remain in business in competition with other carriers. ... More
Reference No: MAR0004Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case deals with issues relating to the impact of sales tax on marketing practices. Because of differential sales tax rates among the states, the company distributors from one state started selling goods to retailers and subdealers of other states even though the company had demarcated the areas. This ... More
Reference No: MAR0028Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Procurement of a controlled item which is sold in the open market and the implications of this procurement policy on company planning are discussed. ... More