Reference No: PROD0050Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Describes the collaborative efforts of a national laboratory and a large?sized company. The company makes use of a new process developed by the laboratory for a finished product (baby foods) and succeeds in setting up a plant. The case also discusses the types of difficulties the company has had ... More
Reference No: F&A0034(A)Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Deals with the financial problems involved at the time of amalgamation of Investa with Telco. The most important financial problem is the valuation of shares for establishing a ratio for exchange. The discussion should be conducted by organizing two separate groups for the shareholders of these two companies. As the ... More
Reference No: ECO0005(E)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: To analyze the cost behaviour and operating efficiency of AMTS in light of the general manager's observations and the supporting data on fare revision. To present arguments for or against fare revision. A note on transport industry terminology is required. ... More
Reference No: F&A0050TECPages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: A technical note discussing the significance and application of the tool of analyzing cost, volume and profit. Suitable illustrations and charts have been included to explain the mechanics and interpretation of this analytical tool. ... More
Reference No: PROD0025Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes the processing of materials in a large vertically integrated textile mill. The company does not have a centralized planning and control section. Very often orders from the merchants and distributors cannot be filled immediately. The management is considering ways and means to cut down large process? inventories ... More
Reference No: PROD0041Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes a situation of deciding between alternative processes of manufacturing a particular part. Details about the methods of manufacture, the times involved and the cost are given so that a meaningful discussion about the relative merits of the alternative could be had. ... More
Reference No: OB0058(B)Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case is about the leadership behaviour of a textile mill director, depicting the various problems that come up to him and how he handles them. The case raises questions about delegation and coordination of work. ... More
Reference No: F&A0076Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Delays have occurred in the commissioning of a new plant owing to rectifications. Problems arise about how expenses incurred after completion, but before the plant is operating satisfactorily, are to be shown in the annual reports. Students, after considering the verious viewpoints, have to suggest a way. ... More
Reference No: MAR0060Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case revolves around the concept of the purchase decisionmaking unit for industrial marketing. The participants are expected to identify the individuals of each decisionmaking unit and their role in the purchase decisionmaking process. A number of decision situations are described. Excerpts from the research study, "Purchasing ... More
Reference No: OB0037Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case deals with the expansion and diversification of Hindustan Lever and the organizational choice that was made to meet the new demands of the situation. It also discusses the role and membership of committees in relation to organizational studies. Lastly, it describes the way a consultant studied the problem ... More
Reference No: PROD0023Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case is about a production control situation??how best to utilize the limited number of specialized automatic machines for production of (7 to 10) components of about twelve different designs of a single monopoly product having a limited number of customers but with a slowly growing demand. The machines are being ... More
Reference No: ECO0086Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Describes the different kinds of problems faced by the pioneer of the textile industry in Ahmedabad. It is a study of how modern industrial entrepreneurs came into existence in India. ... More