Most Popular cases

List of Most Popular Cases

  1. Electronix (Private) Limited

    Authors: Pathak, H N;

    Reference No: ECO0183 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Discusses the inception-level problems faced by an electronics company. The change in the definition of a small-scale unit has apparently created problems in getting raw materials and foreign exchange allocated. The case also highlights the procedural aspects of industrial development and the role of various regulatory authorities. ... More

  2. Polychem Limited**

    Authors: Nambudiri, C N S; Raman, K S;

    Reference No: BP0052 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Describes the history and growth of an Indian company that was the first to manufacture polystyrene in the country. Useful in identifying the strategies and policies followed by the company and the evaluation of their results; provides a comparison with the Synthetics and Chemicals Case (BP0040) in terms of product, ... More

  3. Accidents and Industrial Relations (B)

    Authors: Sheth, N R;

    Reference No: P&IR0004(B) Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Describes the management's response to the union's threat of mass agitation if the officers alleged to be negligent are not duly punished. The management's conclusion regarding the accidents differs from that of the union, and hence it decides not to take action against the officers. The employees resort to a ... More

  4. The Problem of Bashir's Transfer (A)

    Authors: Sheth, N R; Shukla, H C;

    Reference No: P&IR0058(A) Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: This case provides participants with some experience in collecting relevant information for solving a personnel problem. The main issue pertains to an employee's request that his transfer to another place be cancelled due to personal problems. The participants are first given the bare minimum information on this request and then ... More

  5. The Oral Pill in India and China (A)

    Authors: Maru, Rushikesh M;

    Reference No: PSG0030(A) Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: The first part of the case describes the remarkable growth of the oral contraceptive industry in China, which dates back to 1958. In China, It is estimated, 50 per cent of the contraceptive adopters may be using the pill. In India, too, the history of contraceptive pill research dates back to late 1950 ... More

  6. Joshi and Discipline (C)

    Authors: Sheth, N R; Shukla, H C;

    Reference No: P&IR0043(C) Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: It describes the handling at the top management level of the appeal made by an employee against the decision taken by his officers. ... More

  7. Modern Bakeries (India) Limited, Ahmedabad (D)

    Authors: Anand, R K; Jain, Abhinandan K;

    Reference No: MAR0094(D) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: This case describes the market development (in different towns), development of product mix, and distribution arrangements of the company. Special emphasis has been put on the distribution costs. Along with the pricing data, it can be used as a case for formulating marketing strategy. ... More

  8. Sarvodaya Mills (B)

    Authors: Verma, Pramod;

    Reference No: P&IR0064(B) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Case (A) P&IR0064(A) pertains to the payment of bonus in a textile mill. By changing the method of calculating depreciation, the management reduces the quantum of bonus. This is objected by the union. A strike is averted by the timely intervention of the manager. In Case (B), both ... More

  9. Electric Manufacturing Company: Forecasting Problem **

    Authors: Satia, J K;

    Reference No: PROD0099 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: The objective of the case is to study the suitability of different forecasting methods for regular and maintenance inventories. A computer programme that uses exponential smoothing to forecast (developed by IIMA Computer Centre) is used. Finally, the focus shifts to devising a forecasting system. ... More

  10. Rate of Return from Sales Promotion **

    Authors: Swamy, Dalip S;

    Reference No: ECO0174 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: This case illustrates how the effectiveness of advertisement expenditures can be assessed; say, a model for sales of Voltas is set up and formalized sales of costbenefit analysis of advertisement expenditure. ... More

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