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Authors: Balachandra, R;

Reference No: PROD0096 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: The company is on the verge of developing a new organization structure because of increased activities. The case provides adequate information about the nature of the company, the functions that are to be performed, and the personnel required for developing the organization structure. ... More

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Authors: Shah, B G;

Reference No: F&A0024(B) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: The BGW Case Series related to the appraisal of a long term Loan to a Manufacturing Company. It also deals with the Fashioning of the terms and Conditions of the Loan in such a way as would reconcile the lender's and the borrower's Points of View. ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C;

Reference No: MAR0088 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: A small machine shop is facing the problem of developing a source of supply for castings needed for cylinder liners for an automobile company. Important factors to be considered are price, quality and regularity of supply. There are three possible sources, but their past records on the three factors are ... More

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Authors: Varshneya, K L;

Reference No: F&A0184(B) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: Mr. Sahney, Vice President (Finance), has been considering what his recommendations to the President should be, regarding the sales manager's proposal, of relaxing the credit terms, to augment the sales of farm machinery, especially since the plant has been operating below capacity. The case brings out the contribution approach to ... More

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Authors: Bhandari, Labdhi R; Nanda, D A;

Reference No: MAR0147 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: The brand share of the major product of the company is threatened as a result of heavy incentives offered to consumers by the competitors. The situation requires an immediate decision on the strategy the company should follow to protect its market share. The case can be used with both a ... More

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Authors: Sheth, N R;

Reference No: P&IR0021(A) Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: Case (A) P&IR0021(A)describes a prolonged conflict between management and workers, culminating in extreme violence. The legal, social and organizational constraints under which the management has to operate are described. It lends itself to a discussion of how industrial relations can be structured in light of concrete experience ... More

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Authors: Shah, B G; Varshneya, K L;

Reference No: F&A0170 Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: JML was an integrated heavy machinery manufacturing plant which was set up in collaboration with world-renowned firms for the manufacture of machinery and equipment required for steel, mining, sugar, cement, paper and pulp. The project incurred a heavy overrun of costs due to excessive investment in infrastructural facilities like ... More

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Authors: Seshan, Suresh A;

Reference No: F&A0127 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: The case deals with the need for accounting information for a small business. A change in the nature and size of the business raises questions regarding the type of accounting records that need to be maintained. The relevance of basic accounting concepts and conventions can also be discussed. ... More

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Authors: Sheth, N R;

Reference No: P&IR0021(B) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: Case (B) P&IR0021(B) describes an incentive scheme launched by the management apparently to provide higher job satisfaction to workers. This can be discussed in relation to the philosophy and practices of wage incentives in industry. ... More

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Authors: Shah, B G; Anantharaman, K;

Reference No: F&A0227 Pages: 32 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: A development bank set up to assist small scale manufacturers finances for the first time a qualified scientist's project for the manufacture of dibasic calcium phosphate (DCP) of pharmaceutical and dentifrice grades. The project runs into difficulties due to environmental factors such as floods and power shortage, which upset the ... More

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Authors: Paul, S;

Reference No: ECO0016 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: This case is about estimating the likely longterm growth in demand for steel castings in the country using the enduse method. Students are asked to assess the scope for the company's expansion through an analysis of demand for steel castings during the next five to ten years,the ... More

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Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K;

Reference No: F&A0093 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: Raises the question of how the following three items should be treated in accounts: 1) exceptional repairs of a nonrecurring nature; 2) substantial advertising and publicity expenditure; and 3) structural additions and alterations. The chief accountant's opinions are expressed in the case, while in the class other viewpoints are to be brought ... More

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Authors: Verma, Pramod;

Reference No: P&IR0061 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1971

Abstract: This case refers to the existing wage differentials at the plant level. It focuses on intradepartmental and interdepartmental differentials. The need for job evaluation is seen as the basic problem. ... More

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