Reference No: PSG0054Pages: 50 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: This is a comprehensive case that looks at an urban road transport undertaking. It traces the growth of the organization by examining the major decisions of the past chief executives. The current status of the organization and the key corporate level decisions that need to be taken are presented. ... More
Reference No: QM0213Pages: 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 second level cities of Hyderabad, ... More
Reference No: F&A0388Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: It is an introductory product evaluation case for the agro- processing industry. The use of various capital budgeting technues are introduced. ... 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: F&A0383Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case deals with a peculiar situation wherein the State Consumers' Cooperative Federation is burdened with a lot of responsibilities but has very little power. The Federation deals with three agencies? the government, the mills, and the cooperative societies. It has no control over the functioning of any of these ... More
Reference No: PROD0202Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: Describes the inventory practices used by Madras Refineries with respect to crude and finished products (diesel, kerosene, aviation turbine fuel, etc.) inventory. The steps taken for managing inventory of crude are: continuous contact with suppliers, predicting availability of crude over a planning cycle, and taking corrective action in time. Close ... More
Reference No: F&A0399TECPages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note is a description of various steps involved in preparation and appraisal of financial estimates of a project. The emphasis is on accuracy of various assumptions behind the financial estimates. To assess the risk inherent in a proposal, sensitivity analysis with regard to main assumptions must form an integral ... More
Reference No: MAR0299TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The household sector is a reasonably large consumer of energy and in this sector cooking accounts for a large proportion of the energy consumed. The most used fuels are: 1) firewood, 2) kerosene, 3) LPG, and 4) electricity, in that order. Given the available alternatives and potential of solar energy, the note concludes that ... 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: PSG0057Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case examines the interaction between the Pallavan Transport Corporation and some of the agents in the environment like the consumer, the Madras Municipal Corporation, the Madras Metropolitan Development Authority, the Finance Department, and the Home Department. ... More
Reference No: QM0219TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with an organization that is going for expansion in computerization. The organization already has some existing computer system and applications but due to poor response times the EDP Manager is planning to buy new equipment. The decision context relates to the selection of the appropriate hardware and ... More
Reference No: F&A0406Pages: 27Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case focuses on the elements of the strategy of the company's financial turnaround. It provides an opportunity to understand the linkage between industry factors, operating strategy, and financial performance and policy of the company. ... 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: MAR0298Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case covers various aspects of the solar cooker programme in Gujarat. Marketing is covered in detail. Since, the solar cooker programme is a national programme, links of the operating agency in Gujarat with the apex body are discussed. It is compared with programmes in other states. Performance of other ... More
