Reference No: PROD0036Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The plant engineer proposes to set up an internal maintenance workshop. The case provides ample material to consider this proposal against the company's existing method of operations that is mostly contractual. ... More
Reference No: MAR0144(G)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case highlights the problems being faced by the company regarding its channels of distribution, especially the wholesalers. The alternatives being considered by the management to bring the wholesalers in line are presented, as also the details of the company's marketing strategy. The alternatives are to be evaluated in light ... More
Reference No: P&IR0075Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This case primarily concerns itself with a collective bargaining situation where the management arrives at an agreement with the union on several issues raised in its charter of demands. A set of data on the company's capacity to pay, comparable wage rates, distribution of employees, etc, are provided for decision ... More
Reference No: F&A0189Pages: 29 Published on: 1, January, 1973
Abstract: The case is based on an econometric study conducted by ATIRA, an industry research association, for projecting the demand for cotton textiles during the next ten years. The managing director's anxiety to use the ATIRA report in developing a strategic long range system for the company is described. ... More
Reference No: PROD0063Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1968
Abstract: This is an integrated case about a small business enterprise that manufactures plastic consumer items. It provides sufficient scope for improving the company's production operations as well as for developing the strategy that should be followed by this company. ... More
Reference No: CMA0023Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The case discusses the problems faced by a milk producers union at the primary society level. It raises the issues of personnel policy at the society level and the pricing policy of milk at the union level. ... More
Reference No: F&A0093Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Raises the question of how the following three items should be treated in accounts: 1) exceptional repairs of a non recurring nature; 2) substantial advertising and publicity expenditure; and 3) structural additions and alterations. The chief accountant's opinions are expressed in the case, while in the class other viewpoints are to be brought ... More
Reference No: OB0034(C)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: A description of several incidents that occurred during the researcher's visits to the chief engineer. Students analyze the behaviour observed and decide how to improve the situation. ... More
Reference No: F&A0239Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The company changes its structure from a functional setup to a profit responsible product group setup so that top management can devote more time to future company policies. The case brings up issues relating to design considerations in structural reorganization in the context of the organization's variables and environmental factors. ... More
Reference No: ECO0133Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Deals with the Association stand that government policies are adversely affecting the growth of the industry. Statistical data on the industry's experience is given in the case, in light of which policies to be adopted to encourage the industry's growth can be recommended. ... More
Reference No: MAR0251Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case deals with the situation where the company is contemplating change in its distribution structure. At present, the company is distributing drilling rigs through Greaves Cotton. The chairman feels that Greaves Cotton is performing only a minor role and, hence, is thinking of shifting over to the company's own ... More
Reference No: PROD0267(A)Pages: 11Published on: 16, July, 2004
Abstract: The case series deals with the successful initiation of Tata Steel in various fields. This resulted in Tata Steel becoming lowest cost steel producer in the world. The case series documents the various initiations. ... More
Reference No: QM0104Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with the problem of establishing the aggregate production capacity of a small ceramics shop which manufactures a variety of ceramic articles. The case describes the production process, including the equipment used, and details of the various products manufactured (such as the number of articles per set, sizes, weights, number ... More
