Reference No: BP0009(A)Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: A small businessman faces many problems, and seeks ways to improve a business which is getting too big and complicated for a "oneman" operation. ... More
Reference No: F&A0127Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case deals with the need for accounting information for a small business. A change in the nature and size of the business raises questions regarding the type of accounting records that need to be maintained. The relevance of basic accounting concepts and conventions can also be discussed. ... More
Reference No: F&A0134Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case deals with the efforts of the bank's O&M department to evolve work norms for assessing staff needs at the bank's branches, and discusses the practical problems faced by regional managers in this regard. ... More
Reference No: QM0041Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Deals with a bidding situation faced by a manufacturer. The product is a large transformer needed by an electricity company that is facing low capacity utilization. ... More
Reference No: F&A0170Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: JML was an integrated heavy machinery manufacturing plant which was set up in collaboration with world-renowned firms for the manufacture of machinery and equipment required for steel, mining, sugar, cement, paper and pulp. The project incurred a heavy overrun of costs due to excessive investment in infrastructural facilities like ... More
Reference No: F&A0216Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Deals with attempts to control critical material costs through the piecemeal introduction of a standard costing system. Some of the aspects dealt with are: 1) comparative cost analysis of alternative sources of imported raw materials; 2) purchase performance analysis through comparison of the actuals with the budgets on the chosen alternative; 3) use ... More
Reference No: BP0035Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: A carefully documented account of events that led to the formulation of social control measures on the banking industry in India. The case highlights the importance of recognizing social responsibility in formulating corporate policy. ... More
Reference No: F&A0142Pages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Deals with the problem of handling an undisciplined employee at a bank's branch office. The employee, who is an active union member, has an unflattering performance record. Repeated memos from the branch manager fail to improve his performance. Ultimately, the branch manager, with the concurrence of the head office, conducts ... More
Reference No: F&A0132Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case deals with the problem of maintaining discipline in a major branch of a large bank. Employees stop work following the sudden breakdown of airconditioning equipment, leave the office, and mark incorrect time in the registers while leaving. The local union leaders stage a noisy demonstration within the ... More
Reference No: F&A0168Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Mr. Ramnath, an experienced businessman, works out a comprehensive scheme for developing his sixteen acre plot of land with expert help. He has now submitted his project to the Agricultural Finance Corporation for obtaining a loan towards the capital cost of the project and the working capital required for the ... More