Reference No: BP0185TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The note describes the structure and performance of the commercial vehicle industry in India. Data on sales, production and financial performance of various companies operating in the industry are given. Also given are data on the plans of existing companies and those of new entrants. The student is required to ... More
Reference No: CMA0587TECPages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This set of tables depicts the performance of rural credit, especially after the nationalization of fourteen major commercial banks in 1969. Different aspects of performance are covered. The idea is to train participants in reading various data, analysing it from different angles and arriving at meaningful conclusions. ... More
Reference No: QM0194Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case describes an engineering firm that has grown in the last decade and increased its line of products. The case can be used to highlight the concept of "focused factory." ... More
Reference No: PROD0186Pages: 34Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case highlights the issues involved in job evaluation. Legal disputes, union-management relations and viewpoints on job evaluation and the procedure to be followed can be discussed. The case has specific reference to the existing Wage Board and its recommendations. ... More
Reference No: F&A0340Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Asian Food Products Limited is a company with excellent sales and profits. However, the managing director notices with concern the problems of liquidity and seeks help from a management consultant. The case contains data on policies, production costs, sales, etc. The focus is on distinction between liquidity and profitability and ... More
Reference No: PROD0193Pages: 57Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case focuses on the problem of location of sponge iron plants in India. Sponge iron being a virgin industry, planners face a real problem in licensing such plants, keeping in view the growth of the industry over the next fifteen to twenty years. The case presents such issues as ... More
Reference No: QM0203Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Presents a problem the Indian Railways faces in deciding to introduce superfast trains. It illustrates the need for a simulation analysis in a complex situation. ... More
Reference No: PROD0198Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: This case can be used for discussion on issues on production scheduling aggregate planning, step loading, product mix, etc. Scheduling procedure and problems due to uncertainties in scheduling process can be highlighted. ... More
Reference No: BP0193Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Deals with the problems of a department set up to reproduce teaching materials for an educational organization. It focuses on the issues of managing the operations, purchasing new equipment and modernization, and pricing. The case is useful for highlighting the need for a problem solving orientation, and evolving controls for ... More
Reference No: CMA0660Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: It is generally assumed that contradiction developments are less severe in the developed world. The case, based on interviews with farm workers in England, provides some aspects of credit, product and labour markets in which the workers may have to operate simultaneously. The relationship of the worker with the employer ... More
Reference No: PROD0192(B)Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The case can be used for discussing an effective management control system for projects. Aspects such as selection of project team, preparation of network diagrams, budgeting, activity planning at the site, coding, reporting, etc can be discussed. ... More
Reference No: CMA0612TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Shows the importance of the project approach for development activities, and gives an introduction to the project cycle and a description of its stages. Feasibility criteria for judging the desirability of a project in an area are also given. The note also enumerates the desirable features of a good project ... More
