Reference No: F&A0262Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The introduction of corporate planning in Indian Railways, the largest public undertaking in country, has been described in detail. This case should be used jointly with the note Indian Railways [F&A0261], which highlights the operational characteristics of the Indian Railways and the problems faced in the planning process. ... More
Reference No: QM0107Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case is mainly a transport problem. There are three factories delivering three product groups to twenty- three warehouses. The solution calls for an optimization of total costs for the company, taking into account the production constraints at each factory, the local demand, and the export needs. The data problems ... More
Reference No: F&A0481(D)Pages: 29Published on: 17, July, 2008
Abstract: Air Deccan planned to raise ` 450 crore by selling up to 26 per cent stake to professional investor(s). This was the consequence of a debt that needed to be paid. The situation was grim for Air Deccan. There were pending law suits and some of the top management executives were leaving ... 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: PSG0072Pages: 30Published on: 28, October, 1996
Abstract: This case focuses on the future strategic directions required for the continued growth of PSPCL, a Thailand based tramp-shipping company. The company currently has 27 secondhand vessels, all in the handy size range. The company was considering the following strategic choices: a) Extent of fleet expansion, b) Should new builds be ... More
Reference No: GRC0001Pages: 18Published on: 21, December, 2009
Abstract: Sexual harassment at workplace is often ignored. The reasons may the fear of being fired, singled out, discriminated, nitpicking, being burdened with avoidable work, etc. There may be another serious reason which is of unavailability of an efficacious, just, fair and reasonable legal remedy. While making a decision, the courts ... More
Reference No: PSG0103(B)Pages: 26Published on: 27, March, 2008
Abstract: The construction contract of a four laned Road Over Bridge (ROB) on the Mangalapuram and Udyognagar link was awarded to a contractor by the PWD (Government). The construction began in August 1999 with an expected completion in September 2001. However, due to a variety of causes, the process was delayed and the ... More
Reference No: CIIE0007Pages: 14Published on: 26, October, 2016
Abstract: This case describes a situation in which Malkit Singh Bal (Bal) partner of Bal Roadlines shares with Mr. Ghura, who was about to be hired as consultant for Bal Roadlines, about the rise in issue of fraud and crime done by the fleet drivers and asked him to help a ... More