Reference No: P&IR0069(A)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The two cases refer to industrial relations in the jute industry in West Bengal during 1969-75. Case (A) deals specifically with the strike that took place in 1969. Case (B) P&IR0069(B) takes up events between 1969 and 1975, including a strike in 1975. The two cases together reflect the economic and political ... More
Reference No: F&A0326Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Mr. Ajoy Gupta has invented electrically operated automatic swings. As part of establishing the manufacturing project, he is required to present before the financing bank a set of projected cash receipts and payments, income statement, and balance sheet, in addition to certain policy inputs. Identification of various policy inputs and ... More
Reference No: MAR0195Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Describes the recent entry of a textile machinery components manufacturer into the market, and discusses the old pricing strategy. The company needs a strategy with regard to pricing and other elements for introducing new products. The case can be used to illustrate alternative pricing strategies at the introductory and other ... More
Reference No: BP0141(A)Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: In May 1978, the companys Managing Director was concerned over the delay in getting government sanctions for starting an export-oriented tool-manufacturing venture. His dilemma was how best he could communicate the urgency of the situation and the need for speedy clearance of the project to the government, particularly the bureaucracy. ... More
Reference No: F&A0315(A)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: A case in relevant costs and pricing, describing product costing under a full costing system. An accountant suggests improved basis for allocation of fixed/common costs. Relevance of product costs worked out under the old and revised systems can be scrutinized in the context of a price revision to improve ... More
Reference No: BP0108(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Case (A) describes the evolution of a familyowned business over fortyseven years, from paper trading to a multibusiness organization. The group, managed by three generations of a family, now faces either stagnation or entry into new and unknown fields. The case provides an opportunity to identify and ... More
Reference No: OB0056(C)Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Based on research conducted by the personnel manager within the factory and a limited industry survey, action plans to contain absenteeism are discussed. ... More
Reference No: MAR0235Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case deals with a large consumer panel (more than 5,000 families) operations. The Textiles Committee, Bombay, is operating this panel on a continuous basis. Executives of a group of textile mills have been considering how they use the information generated by the Textiles Committee. It requires evaluation of panel operation, ... More
Reference No: PROD0142(B)Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This case is a sequel to Drexel Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals Company (A). It deals with the designing of appropriate production and inventory policies using simulation. The case can illustrate the process of determining production plans consistent with inventory norms. ... More
Reference No: F&A0323Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The second of the set, this case describes the sales, stock, and production budgets and their final translation into a cash budget. Also describes the marketing information system being introduced to facilitate the budgetary control systems. ... More
Reference No: MAR0193Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Market trends and market research indicate possibilities of introducing a new brand of coffee in Northern India. However, it is unclear what product position should be aimed at and what market strategy be adopted. Analysis of market structure, segments, coffee drinking habits, sociopsychological variables affecting coffee drinking, etc. called ... More
Reference No: BP0134Pages: 47Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The National Chemical Laboratory, Pune, like many laboratories of the Councils of Scientific and Industrial Research, India, was being criticized for not being relevant to the needs of the nation. There was an explicit change in policy from "basic" to "applied" research and administrative practices were introduced to bring about ... More