Reference No: P&IR0068(A)Pages: 7Published 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
Reference No: F&A0223Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the budget formulation and settlement process arising out of the consultants' recommendations for providing the required linkage between the corporate management's expectations and the potential and opportunities perceived by the operating and executive managements. The nature of participation and involvement of all levels of management from corporate management to ... More
Reference No: F&A0115(B)Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: A newly recruited management trainee presents a breakeven chart to explain the reasons for the losses the company has been sustaining since inception. The chart provokes a lot of discussion. Several questions are raised as to the utility of breakeven analysis in a multi product situation. Suggestions are also made ... More
Reference No: BP0058Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Focuses on a pioneer garment-manufacturing companys failure to consolidate its position due to its inability to take advantage of an early entry into the industry. Failure to evolve a clear product-market strategy and to follow up on a national distribution system developed earlier; organizational problems of family enterprise management; and ... More
Reference No: MAR0122Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The company wants to expand its business by taking up the manufacture and marketing of razor blades. The company executives happen to have access to a blade users' survey. The case provides an opportunity to examine how various existing brands are positioned, and possible and desirable product position for the ... More
Reference No: F&A0214Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The case focuses on the identification of end-users of the corporation's financial statements and their information needs. The case examines the deficiencies of the corporation's Annual Report vis-a-vis the expectations of its end- users. It also deals with the role of auditors in attesting the corporation's accounts. ... More
Reference No: F&A0233(F)Pages: 29 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the problems experienced by L&T in fixing relative profit responsibilities for its regional offices and product divisions. The nature of operations of these two centres are described and their operational characteristics highlighted. The case requires the formulation of criteria to determine profit centres and the application of such ... More
Reference No: F&A0279Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Precision Photo Equipments manufactures professional photographic equipment. The case brings up the following issues for discussion: 1) how to estimate the incremental working capital requirement on a change in the activity level in respect of various items the company is manufacturing; 2) the implications of a change in the price level of ... More
Reference No: MAR0097Pages: 33 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This is a case on marketing planning for a new scooter manufacturing company. Marketing decisions relate to product mix, distribution channels, promotion and pricing for the scooter being manufactured by the company. Strategic decisions like which segments of the market should be attacked at what point of time are extremely ... More
