Reference No: PROD0232Pages: 15Published on: 25, March, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the implementation of Just-in-Time at Eicher Tractors in the mid 1980s. It also highlights the extensive preparatory work Eicher had to do before it could start implementing Just-in-Time. The case also brings out the role JIT plays in the philosophy of the company and the changes that ... More
Reference No: PROD0228(C)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This case follows up the case Lotus Thread Company Limited(A) (LTCL-A) by focusing on an important area in the logistical decision making hierarchy. The main issue is that of distribution network design and some of its major consequences. The company, while examining its logistics network has identified three options ... More
Reference No: PROD0186Pages: 34Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case highlights the issues involved in job evaluation. Legal disputes, union-management relations and viewpoints on job evaluation and the procedure to be followed can be discussed. The case has specific reference to the existing Wage Board and its recommendations. ... More
Reference No: PROD0189TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Discusses the estimation of cost in project situations at various points in time. Also discusses coding to facilitate reporting and control of costs, and the cost accounting procedure for the project situation. ... More
Reference No: PROD0191Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case discusses the situation faced by an organization considering expansion. The expansion is to be done as a project, and affects land, machinery, manning, toolings, etc. The case discussion is centered on the uncertainties of the situation with the numerous products to be found in any engineering company. ... More
Reference No: PROD0206TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the characteristics of queuing systems, and discusses the techniques of hand simulation and computer simulation for analysing queuing systems. Pseudo codes are presented for the fixed time and variable time increment methods. The specific systems considered are the single channel single server, and single channel multiple parallel ... More
Reference No: PROD0205Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note is meant as an introduction to spread sheet and it contains material enough for about three class session on spread sheet. It deals with the features of Lotus 1-2-3, released 2. The features covered are: size of a spread sheet,cells and ranges, copying from one range to ... More
Reference No: PROD0204TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the features of expert systems and briefly discusses their applicability in the field of management. Expert systems aim to computerize the knowledge of one or more experts in a problem domain. Unlike in a decision support system, the overall direction for problem solving in an expert system ... More
Reference No: PROD0203TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The objective of this note is two-fold: first to discuss the need for prototyping in system design, and second to discuss the usefulness of the Demodesigner package in developing prototypes of user interfaces. Part I of the note discusses the concept of prototyping, various kinds of prototypes and the advantages ... More
Reference No: PROD0200TECPages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: Gives information on fertilizer industry together with various data pertaining to fertilizers. Both Indian and international developments in the fertilizer industry are outlined. ... More
Reference No: PROD0178TECPages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with various aspects of short interval scheduling (SIS) such as significance and applications in various areas like production planning and control, fabrication and assembly work, maintenance, engineering work, clerical operations, and material handling. Management reporting in an SIS environment is also dealt with. ... More
Reference No: PROD0175(E)TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Discusses the basic inventory systems for controlling inventories under uncertain demand and lead-time. The continuous review system and periodic review system are discussed, and determination of control parameters for the two systems is explained. The concepts of service level, safety stock and reorder point are discussed, and formulas for determining ... More
Reference No: PROD0173TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This note reviews the developments in the field of multiple?criteria decision-making (MCDM) together with developments in related areas such as utility theory and decision theory. Multiple criteria problems and basic approaches to solve these problems are mentioned. Direct estimation approach and interactive approach for estimating decision?makers' preferences are ... More
Reference No: PROD0174TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This note discusses the basic concepts and developments in the field of multiple?criteria mathematical programming (MCMP). The general formulation of MCMP problems is given. Various concepts such as decision space, criterion space, efficient point, efficient frontier, dominated point, utility (preference) function, trade?off, etc are introduced. The direct estimation ... More