Reference No: CISG0097TECPages: 26Published on: 9, October, 2007
Abstract: This note presents an overview of techniques for estimating the Software size and effort. It discusses the function point counting method in detail with illustrations. The effort estimation models based on activity based costing, economic stream (COCOMO II), and manpower deployment stream (Putnam), are presented in the note with illustrations. ... More
Reference No: CISG0002TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: Learning is a very general term encompassing a wide variety of activities and is, hence difficult to define. It has commonly been regarded as the process of assimilating knowledge leading to increased understanding, summarization of experience, or any process which helps improve performance over time. Machine learning is an area ... More
Reference No: CISG0096TECPages: 26Published on: 9, October, 2007
Abstract: The note attempts to provide an indrstanding of issues in the design of Object Oriented Systems (OOS). It initially illustrates the design of an information processing application through conventional structured methodology. Subsequently, it illustrates the design of the same application as an object oriented system, using the Unified Modeling Language ( ... More
Reference No: QM0240EXPages: 10Published on: 30, June, 1997
Abstract: This case deals with the project management of computerization of registration sorting by the Department of Post in Ahmedabad. An assessment of activity times shows that the project would go beyond the deadline. The PERT/CPM network highlights activities for possible crashing. ... More
Reference No: CIPR0004(A)Pages: 36Published on: 23, March, 2010
Abstract: This case focuses on risk identification in the context of a railway Public Private Partnership (PPP) project. The perspective is that of a lender. The project was to provide broad gauge (BG) rail connectivity to Pipavav port from Surendranagar, over a distance of 265 kms. The case provides the salient features ... More
Reference No: IMG0012Pages: 4Published on: 29, July, 1995
Abstract: This case is intended for use as an information technology/business process re-engineering case. It describes the order processing system of an office automation/equipment manufacturer and calls for the reader to suggest how IT could be applied to make it more efficient. ... More
Reference No: CISG0043Pages: 2Published on: 24, October, 1996
Abstract: In this case, we discuss the design, development and implementation of a computer based MIS for the Ministry of Civil Supplies, in order to plan, mentor and control the distribution of essential commodities, through the Public Distribution System. ... More
Reference No: QM0231Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case is about the operating information systems of the Indian Railways in which there is a choice to be made about the configuration of the entire system. While at the central level, there will be a single node at Delhi and at the field level there will be nodes ... More
Reference No: MAR0507Pages: 18Published on: 9, January, 2020
Abstract: Razorpay is a four-year-old Indian B2B fintech startup in digital payments which is venturing into digital lending. It aims to simplify digital payment flows involved in acceptance, processing, and disbursement of payments through superior technology and automation. This case details how Razorpay creates value for businesses by offering service ... More
Reference No: STR0467Pages: 22Published on: 23, November, 2022
Abstract: The case is about the steps taken by Luminous India Ltd., a company primarily engaged in the businesses of the Power Storage Batteries (PSB) and Home Electric Business (HEB) and inverters. It was also on the verge of expanding to renewable energy business. The company has undertaken multiple Information Technology ( ... More
Reference No: BP0337(C)Pages: 41Published on: 31, March, 2011
Abstract: This is the third case from a three cases series. 2004 onwards, Eureka Forbes Ltd. (EFL) took unique initiatives to collect knowledge of its sales people. Various contests were devised and the learning was ploughed back into the organization. It also helped the organization to face various challenges. The challenge now ... More
Reference No: CISG0063EXPages: 2Published on: 22, December, 2000
Abstract: This describes the rules related to a PC based single user Project Monitoring Game. The user is provided with the list of 12 activities, their predecessors and expected durations. The activity durations are uncertain. As the game progresses, at the end of each review period, the player has to revise the ... More
Reference No: IS0140Pages: 5Published on: 1, October, 2020
Abstract: The case revolves around a marketing/sales executive who works in the Ad Sales wing of a popular search engine. Over the course of the case, the protagonist realizes that their marketing strategy needs to refocus on a different vertical than the one they have been paying the most attention ... More
