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List of Most Popular Cases

  1. RMP: Gasket Manufacturing Company **

    Authors: Rao, T V;

    Reference No: OB0046 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Career description of an entrepreneur from a poor family and with little education. This case brings out the role of precipitating factors in the development of an entrepreneur and his decision?making processes. ... More

  2. 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

  3. Roysenstien Breweries Limited

    Authors: Seshan, Suresh A; Mehta, Kiran J;

    Reference No: F&A0251 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: The chairman of the company has assured the shareholders of a minimum dividend following increase in the company's licensed capacity. The chief accountant and other senior executives analyse the market for beer, the demand potential, plus the structure and behaviour of material costs and operating expenses, to see if the ... More

  4. 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

  5. Synthetics & Chemicals Limited (B)**

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

    Reference No: BP0040(B) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Covers the history of Synthetics and Chemicals Limited between 1958 and 1961, and describes its plans for further expansion in synthetic rubber manufacturing in the wake of the developments in the Indian petrochemical industry since 1961. Provides scope for discussing the pros and cons of further expansion. ... More

  6. On Having a Computer (B)

    Authors: Sheth, N R;

    Reference No: P&IR0055(B) Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Describes the process of computerization and its organizational implications in an industrial undertaking. In Part A, the management's decision to install a computer and its acceptance at various managerial levels are brought out in a historical perspective. Part B describes the effects of computerization on industrial relations in the organization. ... More

  7. Strike in Indian Railways (B)

    Authors: Mookherjee, S; Verma, Pramod;

    Reference No: P&IR0068(B) Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Reviews events in Indian Railways from February to June 1974. It raises some structural and process issues in the industrial relations system in Indian Railways. The role of the government as an employer is highlighted. ... More

  8. The 'Standard Mills Company Limited

    Authors: Kuchhal, S C;

    Reference No: F&A0217 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: The case deals with 1) relevance of convertible securities for raising longterm funds in the Indian environment, 2) choice between shortterm borrowing and mediumterm bonds, which are convertible into equity at the option of holders, and 3) comparative merits of loan converted into equity by lending institutions, and convertible bonds ... More

  9. Gujarat Fisheries Central Coop Association Limited **

    Authors: Varshneya, K L;

    Reference No: F&A0236 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Deals with marginal income accounting for planning purposes. Involves separation of fixed and variable costs and making a distinction between direct and indirect costs, and the irrelevance of allocation of overhead and common costs for planning purposes. ... More

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