Reference No: PROD0142(A)Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Presents data to help design an integrated production and materials control system for the laboratory chemicals division of a large pharmaceuticals and chemical company. The case may also be used to teach aspects of capacity assessment and addition, batch size and manufacturing cycle determination, etc. Data included in the case ... More
Reference No: PROD0135TECPages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This is a note dealing with the interaction between man and machine in a man?machine system. The productivity of such a system is primarily determined by the time required to complete a full cycle of operations. In order to improve the productivity of such a system, recording the cycle ... More
Reference No: PROD0116Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Data are presented to help develop an integrated model for procuring seasonal material (round log), and the scheduling production in a large sawmill. This case is useful for teaching the concepts of aggregate scheduling, especially through the use of linear programming. A note on the timber industry is included. ... More
Reference No: PROD0117Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case concerns itself with the establishment of a suitable policy for purchase and stocking of the company's three major raw materials: asbestos fibre, sheet making, and pipe making felts, following the credit squeeze and the Tandon Committee's stipulated norms for inventory. The company is importing all three items, and ... More
Reference No: PROD0129TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This note deals with incentives computation and the evaluation of the incentive scheme used in a firm manufacturing industrial explosives. The individual scheme used is the "work reward scheme" and the group scheme used is the "multifactor work reward scheme." In a situation where output is predominantly process?controlled, the ... More
Reference No: PROD0097Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1972
Abstract: An integrated case about the problems of a silk filature. Provides ample scope for discussion of the production management aspects in a rural industry. How the general business environment affects the industry is examined. ... More
Reference No: PROD0102TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Layout of physical facilities is an integrating phase of design of production systems. Materials handling cost, safety of workers, flexibility for plant expansion in future, etc, depend on plant layout to a large extent. This note briefly discusses some of the popular plant layout techniques. The spiral chart technique has ... More
Reference No: PROD0099Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The objective of the case is to study the suitability of different forecasting methods for regular and maintenance inventories. A computer programme that uses exponential smoothing to forecast (developed by IIMA Computer Centre) is used. Finally, the focus shifts to devising a forecasting system. ... More
Reference No: PROD0050Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Describes the collaborative efforts of a national laboratory and a large?sized company. The company makes use of a new process developed by the laboratory for a finished product (baby foods) and succeeds in setting up a plant. The case also discusses the types of difficulties the company has had ... More
Reference No: PROD0077TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Briefly covers the different kinds of maintenance practices and elaborates on preventive maintenance, its relevance, etc. This comprehensive note is based on several important books and publications on the subject. ... More
Reference No: PROD0073(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case highlights the way a company could use to its advantage a new technology for fighting recession. How this company succeeded in procuring export orders in the face of stiff competition is discussed. It also illustrates how a company can meet time limits by using its technological strength. The ... More
Reference No: PROD0059Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1968
Abstract: This is an introductory case that describes in general terms the basic elements of a production system as existing at facility of a mass producer of garments. ... 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: PROD0053Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Describes a problem faced by the management wherein a decision has to be made whether to buy a Turret Lathe or an Automat to replace the worn-out Turret Lathe. Facts and figures on equipment cost, and operating and maintenance costs for the two types of equipment are given. Students are ... More
