Reference No: F&A0233(F)Pages: 29 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the problems experienced by L&T in fixing relative profit responsibilities for its regional offices and product divisions. The nature of operations of these two centres are described and their operational characteristics highlighted. The case requires the formulation of criteria to determine profit centres and the application of such ... More
Reference No: BP0058Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Focuses on a pioneer garment-manufacturing companys failure to consolidate its position due to its inability to take advantage of an early entry into the industry. Failure to evolve a clear product-market strategy and to follow up on a national distribution system developed earlier; organizational problems of family enterprise management; and ... More
Reference No: CMA0313Pages: 7Published on: 24, July, 1974
Abstract: This case discusses the problem as to the decision whether an investment for expanding the production facilities through additional equipment and of labour is worthwhile for Kishore Bharat. ... More
Reference No: CMA0262Pages: 12Published on: 17, August, 1974
Abstract: An agro-chemicals firm is considering expanding the production of two of its major pesticides in powder form. It feels that the markets are located in the north west south-east parts of the country. The bulk of the products consists of filler material, which has to be transported for over 700 km. ... More
Reference No: CMA0274Pages: 4Published on: 14, September, 1974
Abstract: The case deals with the objectives and rationale of the input manufacturing firms collaborating in the area/sectional development programmes, the nature of schemes, the agencies with which collaboration may be sought, terms of collaboration, the problems of coordination. ... More
Reference No: CMA0267TECPages: 9Published on: 16, September, 1974
Abstract: Various methods of obtaining the first feasible solution for the transportation model are discussed. Tests for optimality and the procedures for continuing iterations are also discussed. As an illustration, transportation model for fertilizers has been used. ... More
Reference No: CMA0304Pages: 13Published on: 16, October, 1974
Abstract: The chief executive officer of a district (CEO) introduced some changes in methods of work and other organizational practices. He introduced PERT and CPM at the district level trained various officers in the new techniques. After his transfer from the district, the organization reverted back to the old practice. This ... More
Reference No: CMA0296Pages: 14Published on: 16, October, 1974
Abstract: Discusses the application of the network techniques to decision-making at the district level in government systems. The illustration is a lift irrigation scheme undertaken by a Zilla Parishad. ... More
Reference No: CMA0276Pages: 14Published on: 17, December, 1974
Abstract: An attempt is made to delineate areas of concern for modernization in post harvest paddy technology in India. A system approach has been followed different stages from paddy harvesting to the final availability of rice have been described in detail in order to find ways means of evolving a suitable ... More
Reference No: F&A0278Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Describes a small scale industry engaged in job order activities. It helps demonstrate how activities can be phased over time, in line with the availability of funds. It also illustrates the application of pipeline theory on job order activities. ... More
Reference No: QM0051(A)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Describes the situation a municipal corporation faces while computerizing some of its operational systems. The application areas are described in sufficient detail so that costs and benefits of each can be estimated. ... More
Reference No: MAR0141Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: AWC is a small company entering a market where heavy competition is anticipated in the near future. Because of the nature of the product, the potential market (domestic and export) is fairly large in size. However, the present size of the market is rather small. In such a setting, the ... More