Reference No: PROD0006(D)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: This is an exercise in establishing economic batch quantities for manufacture. In the light of the concepts covered in a background note, "A Case against the Economic Batch Quantity" (The Manager, January 1964, Management Publications Limited, London), throughout time, setup time, etc are to be used. ... More
Reference No: BP0001(A)Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: A small soft-drinks company faces losses because of declining sales. All facets of the business are examined to see what changes might correct the difficulties. ... More
Reference No: ECO0011(A)Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: This case, which is the first in the series, gives background information on the problem, the problem itself, and the report of Analyst (A) on the demand for electric motors. The company was interested in taking up manufacture of electric motors as a new line of business and example the ... More
Reference No: F&A0011EX(A)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case leads to a discussion of the various issues affecting the price fixation of rights offered in a textile mill which intends to diversify into an unrelated field. ... More
Reference No: ECO0071(A)Pages: 30Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case discusses Tata Iron and Steel Company's decision to expand the output of steel to 2 million tonnes in 1956. It involves all the relevant micro and macrolevel factors such as government policy, project planning, technological change, return on investment, etc. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0016Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case relates to problems of technological change in a textile mill and negotiations with the recognized union on increase in workload. ... More
Reference No: QM0001(I)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Describes the procedures followed for deciding the selling price of a job order. What price should the company quote for getting the business? ... More
Reference No: OB0001(B)Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case deals with problems of expansion of a company in Baroda, i.e. finding appropriate land, and negotiations with the government for acquiring this land. It raises questions regarding the government's industrial development policy. ... More
Reference No: F&A0001Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Focuses on the place of public deposits in the financial structure of a company. Students can analyse the problem of the extent of reliance on this source of financing. ... More
Reference No: F&A0018Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Problems and considerations involved in estimating depreciation charge on writtendown value and straight-line methods are discussed. The changing of depreciation method has to be evaluated in the light of a change in profit figures for reporting purposes, conversions and accepted accounting principles. ... More
Reference No: MAR0031(A)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Evolution of the advertising problem for a detergent soap on the basis of the analysis of the product, and reports of the company's marketing research department and its advertising officer. ... More
Reference No: MAR0070Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case deals with introductory problems faced by the company in introducing a new product in the market bottled cooking adoption of which requires considerable changes in cooking habits. The situation presents problems involved in the diffusion of innovations among consumers. Students are expected to make recommendations to the company ... More