Reference No: PROD0003Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1971
Abstract: A varnish plant superintendent wants to know whether he can increase his output by about 30% without spending money on equipment. The case provides an exercise in finding out utilization of key work stations/equipment and in deciding an optimum utilization and scheduling for the required production. ... More
Reference No: PROD0005Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1968
Abstract: The production director wants to review the company's incentive scheme. The case gives the history and nature of the scheme in detail. The student is required to point out the merits and defects of the scheme and suggest suitable improvements. ... More
Reference No: QM0246TECPages: 43Published on: 16, September, 2005
Abstract: This note addresses sampling concepts introduced in a formulaic manner in managerial statistics textbooks like Anderson et. al. [ASW02] or Levin et. al. [LR97] that are used in Quantitative Methods III course. Students with quantitative backgrounds like engineers are unsatisfied with this approach and ask for further information that cannot ... More
Reference No: QM0244TECPages: 10Published on: 13, September, 2005
Abstract: This note introduces concepts in duality and sensivity analysis. It does not presupposs knowledge linear algebra or the simplex method. ... 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: QM0234Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: This case examines the monthly allocation decision between procurement centres and depots for the intra-state movement of rice in Andhra Pradesh. The decision is complicated by the presence of three types of rice and change of gauge points on the railway ... More
Reference No: QM0237EXPages: 7Published on: 23, February, 1995
Abstract: The case deals with the optimum procurement and allocation plan of explosives for various subsidiaries of Coal India Limited (CIL). Explosives, an expensive input, play a crucial role in the process of coal mining. A good amount of money is also spent on its transportation. Taking into account the locations ... More
Reference No: QM0222Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes the crew scheduling process for freight trains at a crew change point in Vadodara division. The various labour related constraints are given. The objective of this case discussion is to develop an information system, possibly a decision support system, to aid in the crew scheduling decision. ... More
Reference No: QM0224Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes how the fueling plan of buses can affect the fuel expenditure, since the prices of fuel differ in various locations. The objective of this case is to pick up fuel at the cheapest points, ensuring that there is enough fuel to travel from one fueling point to ... More
Reference No: QM0214Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: This case pertains to a decision situation faced by the Director, Christian Medical College and Hospital, Vellore, regarding computerization, specifically, the choice of mini computer systems with many terminals or local area networks for implementing the recommendations of the internal core committee for computerization. The computer system at CMC Vellore ... 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: QM0211Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case depicts a maintenance planning and scheduling problem for the Caravelle aircraft fleet of Indian Airlines. Major inspections and maintenance required to be carried out after a specified number of flying hours are described. The objective is to develop preventive maintenance schedules to ensure proper utilization of the available ... More
Reference No: QM0210Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case describes inventory-planning policies followed by Indian Airlines for preventive maintenance of its fleet of Caravelle aircraft that is on the verge of technological obsolescence. The objective is to determine whether the present inventory policies regarding: 1) classification of items, 2) system of stock review and replacement, 3) lead time analysis, and 4) ... More
