Reference No: CMA0313Pages: 7Published on: 24, July, 1974
Abstract: This case discusses the problem as to the decision whether an investment for expanding the production facilities through additional equipment and of labour is worthwhile for Kishore Bharat. ... More
Reference No: CMA0262Pages: 12Published on: 17, August, 1974
Abstract: An agro-chemicals firm is considering expanding the production of two of its major pesticides in powder form. It feels that the markets are located in the north west south-east parts of the country. The bulk of the products consists of filler material, which has to be transported for over 700 km. ... More
Reference No: CMA0304Pages: 13Published on: 16, October, 1974
Abstract: The chief executive officer of a district (CEO) introduced some changes in methods of work and other organizational practices. He introduced PERT and CPM at the district level trained various officers in the new techniques. After his transfer from the district, the organization reverted back to the old practice. This ... More
Reference No: F&A0278Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Describes a small scale industry engaged in job order activities. It helps demonstrate how activities can be phased over time, in line with the availability of funds. It also illustrates the application of pipeline theory on job order activities. ... More
Reference No: BP0061(A)Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The single-centre publication strategy of The Hindu is posing problems in light of competition from multi-centre publications, local loyalties, regional differences, and transportation problems. The Hindus strategy raises some short-, medium- and long-term issues in light of scarcity of newsprint and increasing costs. ... More
Reference No: QM0051(A)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Describes the situation a municipal corporation faces while computerizing some of its operational systems. The application areas are described in sufficient detail so that costs and benefits of each can be estimated. ... More
Reference No: F&A0262Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The introduction of corporate planning in Indian Railways, the largest public undertaking in country, has been described in detail. This case should be used jointly with the note Indian Railways [F&A0261], which highlights the operational characteristics of the Indian Railways and the problems faced in the planning process. ... More
Reference No: BP0061(B)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This is a follow-up of the caseThe Hindu (AR) (BP0061). Case (B) may be given during class discussion on The Hindu (AR), say after thirty or forty minutes. The class discussion on Case (B) could focus on the evaluation of strategy of The Hindu. ... More
Reference No: QM0052Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This case deals with estimating credit needs and examining the relationship between the credit needs and the operational decisions of procurement, milling and sales. The optimal purchase, production and sales decisions can be made with the help of linear programming. ... More