Reference No: QM0208Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The case describes a network model for aircraft maintenance scheduling with multiple resource constraints. Schedules are to be developed which minimize fluctuations in manpower resource requirements and the total time taken for project completion. Most of the activities have single time estimates, while a few activities have three time estimates. ... More
Reference No: CMA0638Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: Since the supply of groundnut could not keep pace with the rising demand, it received considerable attention in the credit control operations of RBI. Both groundnut and groundnut oil have been under the provisions of Selective Credit Control and the lending norms were either tightened or relaxed depending upon the ... More
Reference No: F&A0380Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The objective of this case is to bring out clear-cut distinctions between profits, funds and cash. Participants are required to draw funds flow statements of the company for the years 1981- 82 an1982-83. These statements could then be used to explain the differences in profits, funds and cash positions of ... More
Reference No: P&IR0175TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: This note deals with two important components of salary administration- purpose and administration. Both components have been discussed in great detail. ... More
Reference No: BP0198Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The case describes the process by which the company was formed and how from a very weak financial and technical position it has developed into a leading firm in the tractor industry. The case provides the historical background of the organization and discusses in detail the nature of foreign collaboration ... More
Reference No: F&A0378Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The case deals with the following points: 1)To find how Reliable Texamill Limited (RTL) has raised funds to finance its activities in the past; 2)To evaluate RTL's estimate of bank borrowing for 1983, and its overall financial and operating plans; and 3)To explore the wisdom of proceeding with a rapidly expanding ... More
Reference No: PROD0040Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The main focus of the case is on improving work methods. The present work method results in low output per piece of equipment and poor utilization of equipment. The poor utilization of equipment (steam locomotives) suggests that the present level of output can be obtained by using only two locomotives ... More
Reference No: CMA0647TECPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The note is based on the experience of an IAS officer regarding social change in a hut construction programme in a west Indian district. It brings out issues in organizing change, political-bureaucratic interface; time frame for appraising individual risk, consequence of change, etc. ... More
Reference No: BP0196TECPages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: This note describes the structure of the chemical fertilizers industry in India, and the economic and regulatory environment in which it operates. Adequate nformation has been given regarding the nature of the product, performance of major manufacturers, determinants of demand for fertilizers, performance of the industry as a whole, and ... More
Reference No: CMA0644TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The note is based on the minutes of the district dairy union in a backward district during the period 1972 to 1982. The purpose is to analyse the challenge that an evolving loosely-coupled organization faces in an uncertain environment. The issues relating to the process of organizational evolution are given in Part ... More
Reference No: MAR0293TECPages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: A field exercise to find out prices charged to consumers forms the basis of this note. An attempt was made by student researchers to conceptualize as to what considerations organizations take into account while fixing their prices and pricing strategies. The reasons for a much larger or smaller spread between ... More
