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  1. Evolution of Computer Systems at Air

    Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

    Reference No: QM0088 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: Deals with the use of computers for management applications in Air India over the decade 1965-66 to 1975-76. It discusses the applications taken up, and the organizational structure of the computer department. ... More

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  2. Indian Railways' Computerized Passenger Reservation System

    Authors: Jain, Rekha; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0213 Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: Computerization of the Passenger Reservation System (PRS) is a key strategy in the corporate plan (1985- 2000) of the Indian Railways. As a part of this strategy, computerized PRS had been implemented in Delhi, Madras, Bombay and Calcutta by the end of 1988. The PRS in the secondlevel cities of Hyderabad, ... More

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  3. Manpower Planning and Development in Yatri Transport Corporation

    Authors: Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0229 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case illustrates a second level application of a spreadsheet. The context is manpower planning in a road transport undertaking. ... More

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  4. Freight Train Crew Scheduling: A Case of Vadodara Division

    Authors: Raghuram, G; Rao, V Venkata; Saha, Jahar; Devarajan, N;

    Reference No: QM0222 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case describes the crew scheduling process for freight trains at a crew change point in Vadodara division. The various labour related constraints are given. The objective of this case discussion is to develop an information system, possibly a decision support system, to aid in the crew scheduling decision. ... More

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  5. Bus Body Tender Evaluation and Negotiation for NISRTC

    Authors: Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0232 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case focuses on spreadsheet application for evaluation of bus body building tenders. ... More

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  6. Indian Railways: Freight Operations Information System

    Authors: Jain, Rekha; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0230 Pages: 44 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case describes the project identification formulation and implementation aspects of the computer based freight Operations Information System (OIS) being planned on Indian Railways (IR). This system is expected to bring about improved efficiency through modernization in information handling and decision-making processes, as well as a qualitative change in the ... More

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  7. Vidyarthi Transport Corporation

    Authors: Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0225 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case enumerates the various forms of concessions given to students. The aim of the case is to develop a methodology to calculate the subsidy payment due to Vidyarthi Transport Corporation from the government. The use of a spreadsheet like LOTUS 1-2-3 can be demonstrated in this case. ... More

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  8. Secunderabad Passenger Reservation System

    Authors: Jain, Rekha; Raghuram, G; Rao, M U M Varaprasada;

    Reference No: CISG0004 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This Case focuses on the choice for system upgradation at the Secunderabad Passenger Reservation System. This is set in the context of increasing demand in the Secunderabad PRS, due to growth in Secunderabad based reservations and networking with other centres. Secunderabad based reservations would go up not only because of ... More

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  9. Configuration Choice for the Indian Railways Freight Operations Information System

    Authors: Jain, Rekha; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0231 Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case is about the operating information systems of the Indian Railways in which there is a choice to be made about the configuration of the entire system. While at the central level, there will be a single node at Delhi and at the field level there will be nodes ... More

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  10. Port Management: Some EDI Applications in Singapore

    Authors: Ramani, K V;

    Reference No: CISG0026TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 3, February, 1995

    Abstract: This Technical Note brings out the need for EDI applications in Port Management and shows the benefits of EDI application at the Singapore port. ... More

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  11. End User Computing in Shipping

    Authors: Rao, V Venkata;

    Reference No: CISG0029TEC Pages: 19 Published on: 18, April, 1995

    Abstract: This note summarizes the features of the following end user computing packages: 1. Spreadsheet Packages, 2. Data Management Packages, 3. Project Management Packages, 4. Presentation Software, 5. Computer-Aided Design, and 6. Multi-media Systems. In each category, wherever applicable, applications and new trends are also discussed. There is a section at the end that discusses the problems ... More

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  12. MIS for Quality International Shipping (QIS) Company

    Authors: Rao, V Venkata;

    Reference No: CISG0038 Pages: 26 Published 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

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  13. Indian Railways (A): An MIS for Planning Resource Utilization

    Authors: Ramani, K V;

    Reference No: CISG0042(A) Pages: 3 Published on: 24, October, 1996

    Abstract: In this case, an MIS for the utilization of passenger cars and locomotives in the Indian Railways is discussed. The existing system of utilization is discussed, and the inadequacy of the performance indicators brought out. We then define new indicators of performance, and demonstrate how these indicators are useful in ... More

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  14. System Integration at Queen Port Trust

    Authors: Pandey, Ajay; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: CISG0080 Pages: 13 Published on: 5, September, 2003

    Abstract: In early 1999, Canto Systems Limiteds (CSL) bid was the only response to Queen Port Trusts (QPT) tender for the supply/ installation of hardware, and the development of software. The tender quote, however, did not include any documented basis for determining the total person-months and bid amounts. While the final contract ... More

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  15. Navigators Logistics Company Private Limited

    Authors: Roy, Debjit;

    Reference No: PROD0312 Pages: 13 Published on: 24, September, 2015

    Abstract: Navigators Logistics Company was facing regular issues with the clients in terms of fluctuation in demand volumes and extended credit period. The spread of client transportation requirement was not consistent throughout the year and that was the major point of distress. Further, the process for handling internal transactions was manual ... More

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