Most Popular cases

List of Most Popular Cases

  1. Lala Bhogilal and Balaji

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0309 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This is a comprehensive case in variance analysis covering material, labour and overhead variances. Analysis of variances needs to be followed by assigning responsibility for the variances. ... More

  2. Manjeshwari Mills (B)

    Authors: Mote, V L; Saha, Jahar; Shah, B G;

    Reference No: QM0117(B) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The professors send a proforma in which data should be collected. The dalal expresses some doubts about the usefulness of the data requested. The professors clarify these doubts, and receive the data needed for the analysis. The case ends with all the information needed to make product-wise decisions for ... More

  3. Mahesh Kumar Jha

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: BP0102 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case traces the life of an individual who runs away from home, is employed as a domestic servant and enters industry. His interactions with top management and two different types of personnel managers, and his emergence and eclipse as a trade union leader are traced. ... More

  4. General Products INC

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0161 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A large multidivision, multinational company based in Chicago forms a new Product Analysis Group. This group is to screen new product proposals emanating from various divisions. A complex set of criteria has to be satisfied. ... More

  5. T-Shirts India Limited

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0299 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A case in comprehensive profit variance analysis. Gives the standards for three products, the budget for the year and the actuals for a particular month. Enables generation of all variances (sales, material, labour, variable overheads and fixed overheads) to explain the difference between the actual monthly profit and the budgeted ... More

  6. Radiant Cosmetics Private Limited (A)

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0252(A) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

  7. Himalayan Electricals and Electronics Limited

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S; Bhattacharya, J N;

    Reference No: P&IR0033 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case highlights decisionmaking on promotion. A decision on whom to be promoted as the general manager has to be taken, given data on six candidates. ... More

  8. Hindustan Photo Films (B)

    Authors: Prahalad, C K; Thomas, Philip S;

    Reference No: BP0111(B) Pages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Details the steps taken by the new, part-time chairman of HPF during his "first hundred days" in office. ... More

  9. Programme Planning for Shivpur Urban Centre

    Authors: Satia, J K;

    Reference No: PSG0017 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The Shivpur Urban Centre was the poorest performing centre. The authorities of FPAI wanted to know the reason for poor performance and asked two doctors to investigate the cause. This case describes the visit of these doctors to the centre and their interviews with the staff. They also visit one ... More

  10. Urvashi Spinning Mills

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0307 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with a problem in overhead cost variance. The excess consumption of steam in a spinning mill has to be analyzed into variances arising from 1) cost of producing steam, 2) hourly rate of supply of steam, 3) number of hours worked, and 4) efficiency of spinning. Requires logic rather than application of standard ... More

  11. TELCO: Manpower Planning (C)

    Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi; Sachdeva, P S;

    Reference No: P&IR0072(C) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This case deals with the problems of manpower planning for workers' category in TELCO, Poona. It gives the steps followed by the Manpower Planning Cell between 1969-73 up to the stage of submission of Manpower Planning Proposal No.2. This proposal identifies the phased needs for manpower, locates alternative sources for ... More

  12. You and Ramesh

    Authors: Jaikumar, V;

    Reference No: F&A0297 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Presents a problem in the analysis of overhead variance. Variances have to be calculated based on the volume of output and the volume (labour hours worked). Finally, the controversy as to which of these two methods is right has to be resolved. ... More

  13. Rajnigandha Perfumeries

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K; Jaikumar, V;

    Reference No: F&A0314 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with the use of relevant costs for analysis, and managerial decisions, in a joint product situation. Decisions involve choices between 1) alternative processes; 2) alternative uses of by product 3) new and old equipment; and 4) the activities to be pursued or dropped. Cost analysis could cover product line profitabilities and breakeven under ... More

  14. GTs in TELCO, Poona (B)

    Authors: Sachdeva, P S;

    Reference No: P&IR0031(B) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with the Graduate Engineer Training Scheme in TELCO's factory. The scheme started in 1967, was expected to supply bright and capable engineers to the new plant being set up. The scheme ran into several difficulties and had to be modified substantially between 1971 and 1974. Despite the modifications, the company was not ... More

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