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: CMA0671TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: This note explains the concept of social cost benefit analysis and details how it differs from financial analysis. It discusses various considerations necessary in pursuing social cost benefit analysis, principles of enumeration and evaluation of various costs and benefits, discounting and the role of social rate of discount, various constraints, ... More
Reference No: F&A0396Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The objective of this case is to discuss the time value of money and the role of discount rate in discounting procedure while evaluating any investment project or repayment schedule. The importance of concepts like present value and future value is discussed. Students are assigned to use factors like FVFn, ... More
Reference No: BP0203TECPages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The note traces the development of the case method of study and its application today in management education. Both the prescriptive and practical aspects of the method are discussed. The case method is compared with the traditional teaching methods and more recent innovative methods such as role-plays. The focus of ... More
Reference No: F&A0386Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case deals with the mechanics of preparing projected balance sheet, income statement and cash flow. It provides an understanding of the relationship between operating and financing decisions. ... 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: CMA0666Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case discusses some aspects of an "experiment" in educational innovation and rural development in a backward block-Jawaja in Ajmer district of Rajasthan. The experiment is still continuing; hence the observations presented are tentative, subject to such revisions as further experience may suggest. The case describes the formation of two ... More
Reference No: F&A0394Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The objective of this case is to identify and relate the factors which should be taken into account while making financing decisions. The case focuses on the EBIT EPS analysis, degree of financial leverage, and degree of operating leverage. Factors like control, flexibility, and cash flow consequences are also highlighted. ... More
Reference No: BP0209Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: Although Ace Industries Ltd. (AIL) is a 25 year old company, its chief executive is considering its rejuvenation through the implementation of the JIT (Just in Time) mode of management. A team of management students has carried out a preliminary JIT audit of AIL and presented its findings to the chief ... 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: F&A0403Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: These two cases discuss project evaluation of a diversification proposal in a single product context. Case A (F&A0402), in particular, deals with strategic issues such as strengths and vulnerabilities of current business (precision tubes), need for diversification, evaluation of a diversification project (industrial gas cylinder) in terms of strategic ... More
Reference No: PSG0058Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case examines the composition of the board of the Pallavan Transport Corporation. The members are drawn from various departments of the Tamil Nadu Government. This in turn affects the decision-making. It also brings out the low-key role of the chairman, who is drawn from either the IAS or IPS. ... More
Reference No: QM0218TECPages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note examines the architecture of some 32-bit chips namely Intel's 80386, Motorola's 68020 and Zilog's Z 80000. The architecture is evaluated along various dimensions, viz. number, size, and type of registers; data types and types of instructions; facilities for address translation; support for system software; support
for user programs; and ability to ... More
Reference No: BP0207TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note briefly discusses the method developed by Charles Kepner and Benjamin Tregoe on problem analysis and decision-making. The methods are formulated on the basis of two fundamental
points: (1) Every problem is a deviation from some standard of expected performance. (2) A change of some kind is always the cause of ... 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
