Reference No: BP0174Pages: 35Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Punjab Tractors Limited was promoted by Punjab State Industrial Development Corporation on 27th June, 1970 at Chandigarh with the immediate main objective of setting up a plant for the manufacture of Swaraj 20 and 30 HP tractors. The case describes the process by which the product, the first major creation of Indian science ... More
Reference No: BP0144(D)Pages: 24Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Reviews the company's performance during a seven-year period--1974-75 to 1980-81. Voltas had resorted to certain operational strategies having significant financial implications: 1) it altered its method of calculating depreciation on its fixed assets; 2) it entered into foreign collaboration for its international operations; 3) it absorbed two of its affiliate companies with ... More
Reference No: BP0144(A)Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Describes the growth of Voltas over a 25-year period. The case identifies the significant changes in the companys strategies during this period. It highlights the challenges of the 1980s, and the opportunities and threats facing the company. ... More
Reference No: PROD0179TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with the concept of quality circles (QCs). The historical evolution of QCs, basic philosophy, structure, techniques applicable for QC work, applications, and common misconceptions are discussed. The methodology for their implementation within an organization is spelt out and typical implementation problems are highlighted. Some illustrative examples drawn from Indian ... More
Reference No: CMA0579TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Starting with the emphasis on the need for aggregation of farm level relations this note identifies the groups of people who might need them. It is followed by the discussion on approaches to aggregation. Towards the end it recognizes the risk of aggregation bias in case of shortcuts to aggregation ... More
Reference No: BP0144(G)Pages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Starting with the history of industrial relations and unionism, attention is directed to key areas which off and on have accounted for the industrial relations problems in Voltas. These areas are: amalgamation of associated companies, EDP, emergence of VOLSA, contract labour, and agitation by instalment. The stands taken by the ... More
Reference No: PROD0176TECPages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The note deals with materials requirement planning (MRP)??its significance, principal assumptions and prerequisites of the MRP system, and lot sizing techniques and advantages. Product structuring and other important aspects of the MRP are also considered. ... More
Reference No: QM0186TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This is a general note on purchasing, dealing with the role of purchasing, different types of purchasing, and different stages in purchasing. The aim of the note is to introduce the purchasing function to students. ... More
Reference No: CMA0571(B)Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The case is a continuation of Case (A). It explains the levels of decision-making, concerns at each level, and information flows. It raises the issues of management of information flows. ... More
Reference No: PROD0191Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case discusses the situation faced by an organization considering expansion. The expansion is to be done as a project, and affects land, machinery, manning, toolings, etc. The case discussion is centered on the uncertainties of the situation with the numerous products to be found in any engineering company. ... More
Reference No: CMA0599(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Focuses on problems in achieving planned targets of the fisheries cooperative in terms of ownership of boats and harvesting of fish from the sea. ... More
Reference No: PROD0189TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Discusses the estimation of cost in project situations at various points in time. Also discusses coding to facilitate reporting and control of costs, and the cost accounting procedure for the project situation. ... More
