Reference No: P&IR0004(A)Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes the reaction of the employees of a State Electricity Board to some serious accidents that took place within the organization. It describes the steps taken by the employees' association in bringing to the management's notice the fact that the accidents were due to the negligence of some ... More
Reference No: BP0144(I)Pages: 38Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with a new control system designed to achieve the explicit goals spelled out by the management. The Case describes the development of the new system which is interlinked with the new decentralized setup, both of which take place in stages from 1981 and are not fully complete by December 1982. The ... More
Reference No: BP0144(E)Pages: 30Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Traces the evolution of the marketing function in Voltas, and outlines the current marketing organization. The Case explores the implications of the million dollar question faced by the management: What did it mean to have the diverse marketing activities under one umbrella--Voltas? ... More
Reference No: P&IR0147(A)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Refers to the preparations made by a union for negotiating a new wage agreement. Case (A) deals with collection of data by the union. Case (B) P&IR0147(B) shows how the union obtains the help of a group of academicians in analyzing and interpreting the data with a view ... More
Reference No: BP0259Pages: 10Published on: 8, January, 2001
Abstract: In 1989, Torrent Group acquired Mahendra Electricals Ltd., a sick company. This case describes the circumstances leading to the acquisition, the motivation of Torrent Group, the technology, competition and customers of the acquired company, the performance of the company, and the strategic options developed by the new management. The new team ... More
Reference No: P&IR0038(D)Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1972
Abstract: This part describes the management's efforts to stabilize industrial relations in the organization by streamlining the procedure for handling employees' grievances. It also brings out some changes in managerial roles resulting from the strike. ... More
Reference No: PSG0073Pages: 15Published on: 20, May, 1997
Abstract: This case focuses on the expansion decision of a Singapore based
shipyard, Jurong Shipyard Limited (JSL). While exploring the options
of expansion of facilities, JSL found three choices emerging.
Firstly, the company could construct a new graving dockyard. Secondly,
it could opt for building a new floating dockyard. Thirdly,
it ... More
Reference No: P&IR0064(C)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The company is facing a strike situation due to reduction in bonus payment as compared to the previous year's bonus. While the workers are on strike, the management is wondering whether to pay a higher bonus and whether to pay wages for the strike period. This case focuses on the ... More
Reference No: BP0098Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Describes: a) company history, b) its owner chairman and his style of management, and c) the opportunities and threats posed by a set of impending changes in leadership, appointment of a new deputy general manager, expansion, diversification, and professionalization. This case is a supplement to "Ajit Verma: The MBA' (F& ... More
Reference No: PROD0235Pages: 5 Published on: 9, August, 1996
Abstract: This case deals with the decision of centralizing warehousing and distribution across three divisions of a company versus the statuesque of a decentralized distribution. Specific decision issues, criteria for analysis and a plan for a study have to be arrived at, in the form of a proposal. ... More
Reference No: QM0235Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: This case provides data on manufacturing process, raw material availability, management and organization, as well as project costs. It is meant to be used as an exercise in project appraisal. ... More
Reference No: CISG0038Pages: 26Published on: 20, March, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the existing information system at QIS, which is a multi-location ship-owning company, with offices in three different countries. It describes the organization structure of QIS and its fleet, setting and monitoring of corporate goals, how computer systems are used for budgeting, chartering, voyage monitoring, technical management, ship ... More
Reference No: PROD0026(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes the application of PERT and CPM techniques to the project construction operations of a fertilizer plant in India. It indicates all the necessary steps, which must be taken before starting with the introduction of PERT, and how PERT helps in spotlighting troubles earlier. The student is expected ... More
Reference No: RJMC0007Pages: 23Published on: 4, November, 2008
Abstract: The case, Resource Centre at Ramnirajan Podar School, describes a unique setup in a private school in Mumbai. The school has invested in creating a resource centre (3 faculty and a high speed internet connection). The faculty at the resource centre work closely with all the teachers of the school in ... More
Reference No: P&IR0055(B)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the process of computerization and its organizational implications in an industrial undertaking. In Part A, the management's decision to install a computer and its acceptance at various managerial levels are brought out in a historical perspective. Part B describes the effects of computerization on industrial relations in the organization. ... More
