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Authors: Soman, Chetan;

Reference No: PROD0302EX Pages: 2 Published on: 31, March, 2014

Abstract: India has witnessed a large number of stampedes at places of mass gatherings. The exercise is developed to illustrate the application of an operations management concept of inventory build-up diagram to analyse and manage crowd build-up at events/ venues effectively. Such analysis should be useful to facilities planners, administrators, and ... More

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Authors: Manikutty, S; Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0171 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1984

Abstract: The Damodar Valley Corporation was set up in 1948 and was modeled after the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) in USA. The Case describes the origin of the DVC idea, its setup, and its experiences in the first two decades of operations. The Case raises the interesting question of how DVC was ... More

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Authors: Varshneya, K L; Reynolds, J;

Reference No: F&A0069 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1969

Abstract: The management determines their costing system's suitability for their foundry operation so that they can determine the price they should pay for buying castings from outside sources. Costing information is also required for fixing the selling prices of the end-products. The case provides material for discussing the relevant costs ... More

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Authors: Jain, Rekha;

Reference No: IITCOE0009 Pages: 13 Published on: 30, December, 2019

Abstract: This case focuses on regulatory institutions in a fast-changing evolving policy domain of the telecom sector in developing countries, which are typically characterised by a weak institutional environment, making operationalisation of new instruments that may require regulation across sectors difficult. The case highlights the criticality of appropriate regulatory design for ... More

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Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

Reference No: PROD0026(C) Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: Outlines the discussions between the case writer and the company's executive. It describes the overall assessment of the introduction of PERT in a new company by the Chief Executive himself. The discussions revolve around the consideration of advantages of PERT by the managerial and supervisory cadres. Thought is also given ... More

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Authors: Varkkey, Biju; Unnithan, Anandakuttan; Jacob, Joshy;

Reference No: P&IR0211 Pages: 22 Published on: 25, June, 2013

Abstract: Based in Kerala, Popular Vehicles and Services Ltd. (PVSL) is a leading automobile dealer of Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL). PVSL is categorized as a Platinum Plus dealer by MSIL, an honour reserved for top performing dealers. The company’s innovative business practices and Human Resource Management approach have enabled ... More

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Authors: Agarwalla, Sobhesh Kumar; Pandey, Ajay;

Reference No: F&A0552(B) Pages: 14 Published on: 1, June, 2020

Abstract: This case is a sequel to the “IndiGrid: Creating India’s First Power Transmission InvIT (A)” case. It describes the deal that would replace the trust’s original sponsor, Sterlite Power, with a new set of KKR-led financial investors. It provides an opportunity to discuss the consequences of this change ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

Reference No: CMA0681 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1989

Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up, required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

Reference No: CMA0683 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1989

Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The cases can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More

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Authors: Raghuram, G;

Reference No: PSG0091 Pages: 17 Published on: 24, September, 2003

Abstract: The management of the Vadodara Halol Toll Road Company Limited (VHTRL) was worried about the toll revenues. The actual revenues as a proportion of the projected revenues had declined from 63 percent to 34 percent over the three financial years of operation. Given the cash flows, the VHTRL could run smoothly only ... More

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Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K;

Reference No: F&A0290 Pages: 35 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Describes the accounting adjustments made by the management that is subsequently audited and found to be without any operational basis. The auditors allege that sales have been inflated, adjustments have been made in receivables and inventories, and profit figures increased. This happens when the profit and loss account is to ... More

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Authors: Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0092(B) Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Describes the post takeover operations of Ganesh Flour Mills by a professional group of managers. Raises the question of ownership of the company in the context of the surpluses generated after the takeover and highlights the temporary character of the takeover of management and the problems in the reconstruction of ... More

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Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K;

Reference No: F&A0269 Pages: 32 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Describes in detail the corporate plan introduced by a new management team in a large public sector undertaking after there has been considerable criticism of the inability of indigenous suppliers of power equipment to deliver the promised supply. The corporate plan is described in detail and adequate data relating to ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

Reference No: CMA0684 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1989

Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up,required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More

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