Reference No: PROD0256(A)Pages: 13Published on: 23, June, 2003
Abstract: The case is about a company that is a part of a supply chain of manufacturers, located across a few countries, who jointly fabricate and assemble very complex and high-tech products in the IT industry. In such industries, Product Development holds the key while quality, cost, customer preferences and time-to-market ... More
Reference No: PROD0256(B)Pages: 13Published on: 23, June, 2003
Abstract: This case discusses the strategy adopted for improving the Product Development process, identified as the primary factor to have competitive edge. A comprehensive model was developed based on the identified dimensions for improving the product development process throughout the manufacturing supply chain. Several methods of implementing concurrent engineering were reviewed, ... More
Reference No: CISG0075Pages: 7Published on: 30, June, 2003
Abstract: The setting of a software development firm is discussed. The Chief Knowledge Officer has detailed requirements of the organization and is conceptualizing on a plan to implement Knowledge Management System. ... More
Reference No: CISG0076EXPages: 3Published on: 30, June, 2003
Abstract: This is an exercise to design and model data of an organization. One is expected to draw an entity relationship diagram. The special feature of the exercise is that it consists of all possible types of relationships. ... More
Reference No: OB0195Pages: 15Published on: 18, July, 2003
Abstract: Canto Systems Limited (CSL), a Canto Group company was a leading international Information Technology organization headquartered in Mumbai. It had four operating divisions and five non-operating or support divisions. Software Development Division (SDD), the largest operating division of CSL, had a Business Unit (BU) structure since its inception. The new ... More
Reference No: PROD0251Pages: 8Published on: 1, September, 2003
Abstract: The case describes issues related to stock refill in a multi-tier distribution network. The demand is stochastic, seasonal. The management procedures are elastic (no credit, persuasive selling etc.). How to effectively manage the distribution in the central issue. ... More
Reference No: CISG0079Pages: 19Published on: 5, September, 2003
Abstract: In April 2001 Canto Systems embarked on a project to deliver a comprehensive integrated system that would cater to magazine company, ABC Inc.s, order processing, accounting and operational needs. CSL chose the " Waterfall Methodology " to develop the system that would have a phased approach with intermediate deliverables. One month into ... More
Reference No: CISG0080Pages: 13Published on: 5, September, 2003
Abstract: In early 1999, Canto Systems Limiteds (CSL) bid was the only response to Queen Port Trusts (QPT) tender for the supply/ installation of hardware, and the development of software. The tender quote, however, did not include any documented basis for determining the total person-months and bid amounts. While the final contract ... More
Reference No: CISG0078Pages: 18Published on: 5, September, 2003
Abstract: In August 1999, Canto Systems Limited (CSL) won a contract to provide AHAAN Telecommunications Limited (ATL) with an integrated solution to cater to its building and accounting requirements. CSL partnered with various companies to provide the four modules that constituted the project within seven months of signing the contract. Neither did ... More
Reference No: PSG0090TECPages: 17Published on: 5, September, 2003
Abstract: This paper examines the rationale for Indian port privatization
and provides a framework for privatization. In this context, the
term privatization is used to connote private ownership (total or
partial) and/or private management of port related services (some
or all). It analyses the initial efforts of port privatization in ... More
Reference No: F&A0467Pages: 11Published on: 9, September, 2003
Abstract: Gujarat State Financial Corporate has been incurring losses in recent years. The management of GSFC and the government of Gujarat here to decide which of the options they need to persuive closure, revival of GSFC as an independent entity or merger with another financial institutions. ... More
Reference No: PROD0258Pages: 10Published on: 9, September, 2003
Abstract: The case presents the operational responsibilities of a C&F agency. The varied requirements by principals are discussed/ presented in detail. The central issue is how should a C&F agent manage his operations effectively (with resource productivity). The natural growth option for a C&F agent in the context ... More
Reference No: PSG0091Pages: 17Published on: 24, September, 2003
Abstract: The management of the Vadodara Halol Toll Road Company Limited (VHTRL) was worried about the toll revenues. The actual revenues as a proportion of the projected revenues had declined from 63 percent to 34 percent over the three financial years of operation. Given the cash flows, the VHTRL could run smoothly only ... More
Reference No: F&A0468Pages: 4Published on: 21, October, 2003
Abstract: Engineering Equipment and Electronics has had a good year. The transactions of the organization are given. The accounts of the company are to be finalized after considering certain unusual items pertaining to sale of business lines, foreign exchange related transactions and calculations of income taxes. ... More
