Reference No: PROD0021Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The case deals with decisions to be taken for drawing up a wage payment plan for a proposed tyre manufacturing plant. The focus is on the types of policy decisions that must be made and the systems and types of information required for determining wage levels and wage rates for ... More
Reference No: OB0024(F2)Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The company's policy on employing relatives is discussed. The president gives his views and so do several of his and other directors' relatives. Non?family executives also give their views. Students are to assess the consequences. ... 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: F&A0067Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: This case is concerned with the problem of inventory valuation and pricing in a joint and by products situation. Students are required to decide the minimum selling price for each of the four products and the basis for inventory valuation. ... More
Reference No: CMA0026Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The case covers export promotion activities of a leading manufacturer of lime juice and describes the problems in promoting its sales in the overseas market. ... More
Reference No: PROD0019Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: Deals with standardization of steel bar stock inventory in a company. Requires students to compute order quantities and machine times for determining optimum inventory policies. ... More
Reference No: MAR0005Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: Dissatisfied with the present wholesaling system, the mill wants to change its distribution channels policy. It plans to bypass the wholesalers and go to upcountry semi wholesalers directly. The case includes the recommendations of a consultant as to why, how and what should be done with respect to the company's ... More
Reference No: OB0024(E)Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The president explains his ideas on the relationship between distance, formality and authority. Other executives also report their ideas. Students explore these statements in order to understand better each of these concepts and the influence of Indian culture on their conception. ... More
Reference No: PROD0006(B)Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: This is an exercise in establishing a factory organization. Existing organization, duties and responsibilities assigned to supervisors, their past experience, education, salary levels, etc, are given in the case. Students are required to identify defects, suggest improvements, and recommend a suitable organization structure to achieve the targeted production programme. ... More
Reference No: ECO0088TEC(A)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: Both notes (spinning and weaving) are case situations typical of India where, along with the modern textile industry, a decentralized sector handlooms and power looms exists. ... More
Reference No: F&A0065Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The managing director considers a proposal to replace the treadle guillotine shearing and power driven circle cutting machines with a 30 ton geared eccentric power press or No.8 hand fly press. Involves estimation of cost and benefit analysis under various alternatives. ... More
Reference No: PROD0017(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: Describes assembly?line balancing of the entire electrical assembly. The student is asked to establish and balance the line, considering desired output and various company constraints. ... More
