Reference No: MAR0067Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case gives the proposal of a research agency for a national sample survey. Participants are expected to evaluate the proposed sampling design for the study. The problems of identifying relevant sample frames, and questions about the implication of using alternative sample frames in terms of under representation or wastage ... More
Reference No: BP0014(B)Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The second case in this series, case (B) (BP0015) describes the policy making and operating organization of the dairy and raises the question of whether it requires change or improvement in light of the dairys objectives and the losses which it is sustaining. ... More
Reference No: PROD0006(D)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: This is an exercise in establishing economic batch quantities for manufacture. In the light of the concepts covered in a background note, "A Case against the Economic Batch Quantity" (The Manager, January 1964, Management Publications Limited, London), throughout time, setup time, etc are to be used. ... More
Reference No: F&A0029Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The objective of this case is to emphasize the assets and liabilities structure in different industrial units. The student is given an opportunity to test not only his skill but also his knowledge of the formation of assets and liabilities structure. ... More
Reference No: BP0012Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Manager must decide future company policy on export of a commodity where two government units (state and national) have followed fluctuating restirictive policies regarding exports. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0066(A)Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Labour problems arising out of the closing down and shifting of one of the plants of a factory to a new location, issues pertaining to the union's objection to the discharge of surplus workmen and the company's legal position are discussed. ... More
Reference No: CMA0030Pages: 14Published on: 20, December, 1966
Abstract: The proprietor of the firm was considering the prospects of expanding his business of handloom fabrics in India. The teaching focus is on the export possibilities of cotton fabrics. ... More
Reference No: CMA0064Pages: 12Published on: 26, December, 1966
Abstract: The case deals with the problems faced by a firm which wants to set up a distribution channel for the new products which it wanted to manufacture. ... More
Reference No: PROD0026(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes the application of PERT and CPM techniques to the project construction operations of a fertilizer plant in India. It indicates all the necessary steps, which must be taken before starting with the introduction of PERT, and how PERT helps in spotlighting troubles earlier. The student is expected ... More
Reference No: PROD0053Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Describes a problem faced by the management wherein a decision has to be made whether to buy a Turret Lathe or an Automat to replace the worn-out Turret Lathe. Facts and figures on equipment cost, and operating and maintenance costs for the two types of equipment are given. Students are ... More
Reference No: QM0018Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: This case illustrates the technique of solving a transport problem involving two warehouses and several destinations. This involves optimizing based on two different criteria. This case illustrates the transportation problem in linear programming. ... More
