Reference No: CMA0538(E)Pages: 32Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Pertains to the sub-project on Agricultural Research. With a very laudable objective to help accelerate research on tree crops, this activity was included as a sub-project. The case raises the question of relevance of the type of research to be included in this sub-project. It also raises questions as to ... 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: PROD0050Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Describes the collaborative efforts of a national laboratory and a large?sized company. The company makes use of a new process developed by the laboratory for a finished product (baby foods) and succeeds in setting up a plant. The case also discusses the types of difficulties the company has had ... More
Reference No: PSG0014Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case describes the rationale that underlies a new project of the Family Planning Association of India, in Banaskantha district. The project tries to create a deeper consciousness among the people regarding the health and educational status of women and children through an intensive educational programme in Deesa. Another feature ... More
Reference No: QM0111Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Deals with the problems associated with the introduction of five wide body Airbuses to replace a fleet of Turbo Props and Caravelles. As it is essential to synchronize the publicity campaign with the formal introduction of the Airbus, the management wants to know when the five aircraft will be ready ... More
Reference No: CISG0090Pages: 26Published on: 31, March, 2006
Abstract: This case focuses on the challenges being faced by Employees Provident Fund Office (EPFO) in the era of economic liberalization. It provides opportunity to discuss issues in process improvements, organizational culture and performance incentives especially with respect to government departments. ... More
Reference No: PSG0130Pages: 33Published on: 27, February, 2019
Abstract: This is a case of a crisis project management which showcases the unpredictable nature of the project and the role of management in handling the crisis. It is the case of a very severe cyclonic storm hitting the city of Visakhapatnam plant during October, 2014. The whole city was devastated and ... More
Reference No: PROD0327(B)Pages: 20Published on: 22, March, 2021
Abstract: A week after the first meeting, the Chief Engineer, Public Health Division, Patna, Bihar wanted to have a second meeting to discuss the development of a network diagram. In this meeting, he requested all the stakeholders to attend the meeting and discussed how the network diagram can be developed with ... More
Reference No: QM0208Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The case describes a network model for aircraft maintenance scheduling with multiple resource constraints. Schedules are to be developed which minimize fluctuations in manpower resource requirements and the total time taken for project completion. Most of the activities have single time estimates, while a few activities have three time estimates. ... More
Reference No: CMA0152(B)Pages: 7Published on: 6, November, 1968
Abstract: The case goes further into the activities of the Sarangpur ICD and illustrates how administrative decisions can be made more viable. In the text, the project officer is concerned about the cost of artificial insemination in his project. The text brings out the problem of choice between intensification of distribution ... More
Reference No: MAR0321Pages: 29Published on: 3, May, 1999
Abstract: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRC) was set up as a Public Sector company under the Ministry of Railways in July 1990 to bridge the 738 km "Konkan Gap" by providing a railway connection between Roha (150 kms South of Mumbai) and Thokur (about 22 kms North of Mangalore). KRC completed the project at a ... More
Reference No: CMA0524Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses the uncertainties involved in providing tubewells in Chaloda village as a part of the developmental activities of a voluntary agency. Though, formal sources are available for financing the project, the farmers are not organized in getting the finances and managing the project. For want of data of the risk ... More
Reference No: PSG0097TECPages: 5Published on: 26, March, 2006
Abstract: Logical Framework Analysis (LFA) was first formally adopted as a planning tool for overseas development activities by USAID in the early 1970s. Its origins can possibly be traced back to the private sector management concept of "Management by Objectives" approach of the 1960s. LFA has since been adopted and adapted ... More
Reference No: F&A0227Pages: 32Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: A development bank set up to assist small scale manufacturers finances for the first time a qualified scientist's project for the manufacture of dibasic calcium phosphate (DCP) of pharmaceutical and dentifrice grades. The project runs into difficulties due to environmental factors such as floods and power shortage, which upset the ... More
Reference No: QM0230Pages: 44Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes the project identification formulation and implementation aspects of the computer based freight Operations Information System (OIS) being planned on Indian Railways (IR). This system is expected to bring about improved efficiency through modernization in information handling and decision-making processes, as well as a qualitative change in the ... More
