Reference No: BP0199Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The Lakshadweep administration established a canning factory for tuna fish in the Minicoy Island in 1969 to achieve various socioeconomic objectives. A review in 1986 indicated that the factory was running in a loss because of low sales. The Lakshadweep administration faced the issue of utilizing the resources of the union ... More
Reference No: BP0193Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Deals with the problems of a department set up to reproduce teaching materials for an educational organization. It focuses on the issues of managing the operations, purchasing new equipment and modernization, and pricing. The case is useful for highlighting the need for a problemsolving orientation, and evolving controls for ... More
Reference No: QM0203Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Presents a problem the Indian Railways faces in deciding to introduce superfast trains. It illustrates the need for a simulation analysis in a complex situation. ... More
Reference No: PROD0195(A)Pages: 31Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: In 1984, IFFCO was invited by the Government of India to establish a gas?based fertilizer plant on the Hazira? Bijyapur?Jagdishpur pipeline. The case describes the company's Aonla Project and the steps taken by IFFCO's project staff to implement it. Information about the pipeline project is also given along with ... More