Reference No: P&IR0167Pages: 29 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: In 1980-81, ITI and four other public enterprises experienced serious labour trouble for almost six months. The strike and lockout took place over the issue of parity with BHEL wages. The case provides an account of the strike and lockout as experienced by ITI. Information about the global telecom industry ... 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: F&A0366Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Pertains to an actual debenture issue of Indian Rayon, and enables the user to employ NPV and IRR methods to evaluate the desirability of investing in the issue. The case also familiarizes the user with the concept of breakeven market price of shares to evaluate the attractiveness of the issue. ... More
Reference No: F&A0377Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: An introductory exercise in cost accounting which helps students to view the elements of costs from three different perspectives: 1) on a functional basis? manufacturing, selling, administration, research and development, etc; 2) on a traceability basis? direct versus indirect; and 3) on a behavioural basis? fixed versus variable. It is presented in an ... More
Reference No: CMA0631Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: Describes the phenomenon of delinquency in formal lending. It also contains the responses of borrowers (defaulters and non-defaulters) to a set of hypotheses developed to identify willful default. Important characteristics of one hundred defaulter cases are presented to devise methodology for the identification of willful and involuntary default. ... More
Reference No: BP0194Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: Deals with the problem Mohan Verma faces within a week of joining Panacea Pharma as Manager, Corporate Planning. He has to answer the following questions: How should I define my role in this company? What support structure should I ask for in fulfilling this role? What should be my relationship ... More
Reference No: CMA0632Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: A minor irrigation project has been proposed for Dangri watershed area in Haryana. The case discusses the socio-economic and administrative profile of the area and identifies the need for installation of shallow tubewells by individual farmers. It also describes the financial environment and the likely impact the proposed investment would ... More
Reference No: CMA0628Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: A company manufacturing oil, soap, cattle-feed, and several other consumer durables wishes to enter into the manufacture of a plant growth stimulator which is based on the by-product of the oil industry. With little or no experience of agricultural input marketing the company has launched a product in competition with ... More
Reference No: CMA0462(B)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: The case gives an insight into the appraisal process of term-lending institutions. It also indicates the ways through which the funding institutions insulate themselves against the sensitive variables. The case also includes a copy of the letter of intent actually issued by the term-lending institutions wherein a specific provision has ... More
Reference No: MAR0291Pages: 32Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: Expert Advertising Agency was a medium sized advertising agency which wished to increase its billing to a level comparable with that of the top few in the industry, and to acquire the stature of a market leader. expert wished to formulate a marketing strategy in order to achieve this growth. ... More
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 socio economic 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: BP0197Pages: 24Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: This case describes the information, planning, and control systems deployed by the Syndicate Agricultural Foundation and the Syndicate Bank for implementing their farm clinic programme. Background information has been given to enable students to appreciate the context of the systems described. ... More
Reference No: F&A0380Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The objective of this case is to bring out clear-cut distinctions between profits, funds and cash. Participants are required to draw funds flow statements of the company for the years 1981- 82 an1982-83. These statements could then be used to explain the differences in profits, funds and cash positions of ... More
