Reference No: PROD0222Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: Gunny bags are used for packing of cement. Non-availability of gunny bags may result in building up of cement stock and ultimately affect the operation of the cement plant. Supplies over a long distance, as also other losses, affect the availability of gunny bags. The case describes such a situation ... More
Reference No: CISG0001Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case discusses the computerization process at Mudra Communications Limited. Specifically it highlights the experience an organization in implementing financial system in a Data Base Management System enviornment. It also helps to bring out potential area, problems and benefits of DBMS usage within organizations. ... More
Reference No: QM0226Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case is an application of linear programming with a transportation model structure. The objective is to arrive at an iron ore distribution plan between the sources of iron ore and the various steel plants of SAIL. Quality requirements in terms of satisfying the blast furnace specifications have also to ... More
Reference No: PROD0218Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case focuses on the implication of the Central Sales Tax on the transportation cost of the bus chassis from the factory as well as for body building. ... More
Reference No: QM0223Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes the running of passenger trains within the Vadodara division for which the crew needs to be organized. Since passenger trains are scheduled services, crew schedules can be developed in advance and are called as crew links. Various decisions can be evaluated like impact of various rest restrictions ... More
Reference No: PROD0216Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes the reservation process for Gujarat Mail at the Ahmedabad railway station. Data is provided on the demand pattern for reservations and related transactions. An appropriate queuing system will have to be designed to ensure reasonable service levels to the customer. The possible impact of computerization would also ... More
Reference No: BP0231Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: Sheetal Air Cooler is an innovative product with high technical and aesthetic features introduced in the Indian market in the late eighties. The case narrates problems and dilemmas faced by the entrepreneur to the initial stages of the life of the enterprise in the context of marketing. Starting with a ... More
Reference No: PROD0223Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: Coal is an important consumable for cement manufacture. As a result many cement manufacturers build up a huge stock of coal to avoid any stoppage of work and to face any uncertainty of supply of coal. The case describes such a situation and requires decision on inventory policy of coal ... More
Reference No: CISG0014TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: This is the seventh note in a series of seven notes on QBasic. The topics discussed in this note are: (i) need for external data files, (ii) different types of file organization, (iii) structure of sequential files, (iv) opening and closing a file, (v) how to create new sequential file, ( ... More
Reference No: QM0234Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: This case examines the monthly allocation decision between procurement centres and depots for the intra-state movement of rice in Andhra Pradesh. The decision is complicated by the presence of three types of rice and change of gauge points on the railway ... More
Reference No: QM0235Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: This case provides data on manufacturing process, raw material availability, management and organization, as well as project costs. It is meant to be used as an exercise in project appraisal. ... More
Reference No: PROD0225EXPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: This exercise focuses on the different technological choices available for handling coal from a mine to a washery nearby. The four choices are: (a) Rail; (b) Belt Conveyor; (c) Road; and (d) Aerial Ropeway. Data is provided for cost benefit analysis. ... More
Reference No: CMA0714Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: The paper industry in India is highly capital intensive and has grown rapidly in the past. Interesting to note that the number of pulp and paper units have increased from 17 in the early 1950's to 250 in 1985, and production of paper and paperboards from 1,35,000 tonnes in 1951 to 15,00,000 tonnes in 1985 - a ... More
