Reference No: OB0058(A)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: This case is the first part of a three-part case. It describe the perception of the chief executive who is also the major stock-holder of the company about his subordinates. The case gives some incidents on which the chief executive bases his opinions as well as the perception of the ... More
Reference No: ECO0065(C)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: To evolve an approach which can provide guidelines for planning the optimal product mix and the best utilization of the company's facilities. To familiarize students with the use of the linear programming technique as a tool for resource allocation in business planning. ... More
Reference No: QM0026Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Pertains to capital budgeting. Students are required to make an investment analysis of the proposed installation of an automatic machine. ... More
Reference No: BP0023(B)Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case deals with a proposal for the company to carry out a plan of expansion, on the basis of two years excellent results achieved by the new manager. The company, a small rubber rolls and paints manufacturing unit, was started as a repair shop. The problems of managing a ... More
Reference No: MAR0078Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The distribution of cigarettes is effected through distributors to whom geographic zones are allocated. The terms to distributors and other levels of distribution seems to encourage interzonal poaching and a determination of the service level from the company's point of view due to interdistributor competition. ... More
Reference No: PROD0041Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes a situation of deciding between alternative processes of manufacturing a particular part. Details about the methods of manufacture, the times involved and the cost are given so that a meaningful discussion about the relative merits of the alternative could be had. ... More
Reference No: F&A0076Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Delays have occurred in the commissioning of a new plant owing to rectifications. Problems arise about how expenses incurred after completion, but before the plant is operating satisfactorily, are to be shown in the annual reports. Students, after considering the verious viewpoints, have to suggest a way. ... More
Reference No: PROD0026(C)Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Outlines the discussions between the case writer and the company's executive. It describes the overall assessment of the introduction of PERT in a new company by the Chief Executive himself. The discussions revolve around the consideration of advantages of PERT by the managerial and supervisory cadres. Thought is also given ... More
Reference No: ECO0086Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Describes the different kinds of problems faced by the pioneer of the textile industry in Ahmedabad. It is a study of how modern industrial entrepreneurs came into existence in India. ... More
Reference No: ECO0139Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The purpose of the case is to evaluate critically the methodology, assumptions and data used by IEMA in framing longrange demand estimates for electric motors in India. Students are expected to suggest an alternative approach if IEMA's forecast is inadequate. ... More
Reference No: PROD0026(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes the application of PERT and CPM techniques to the project construction operations of a fertilizer plant in India. It indicates all the necessary steps, which must be taken before starting with the introduction of PERT, and how PERT helps in spotlighting troubles earlier. The student is expected ... More