Reference No: PROD0006(C)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Students have to evolve an inventory model which should take into account the procurement difficulties regarding uncertain lead time, obtaining imported materials, etc. The case also gives an opportunity to identify the need for standardization of materials and costs associated with it. ... More
Reference No: F&A0125Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The company has adopted a profit-sharing scheme for its top management executives. The case discusses the accounting policy and procedures to be adopted for incorporating the results of this scheme in the financial statements. ... More
Reference No: MAR0053Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The company was expecting to change its channels of distribution from manufacturer-age-retailers to a system of direct distribution to retailers. It outlines the views of those managers who favour alternative one versus those who support the other. Information on various dimensions of costs and benefits of the two ... More
Reference No: OB0023Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The general manager explains why he left the mills and his differences with the managing director. In the process, he reveals a great deal about his own ambitions, goals, behaviour and personality. The case is used to illuminate the effects of Indian culture and social system on organizational behaviour and ... More
Reference No: QM0008(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case deals with alternatives for processing milk and focuses on the use of the linear programming technique for profit maximization and product-mix. ... More
Reference No: MAR0013(J)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Dissatisfied with the system of distribution through stockists, the top management of the firm was considering whether it should replace this distribution system by its own distribution system. Criteria for evaluating alternative systems of distribution can be discussed effectively with the help of this case. ... More
Reference No: QM0016Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: This case essentially centres around the problem of capital budgeting. For evaluating the desirability of the investment, the student must prepare a production programme from the data given and on this basis prepare an estimate of the cash inflows. He is able to see the applicability of linear programming to ... More
Reference No: PROD0016(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case reviews operating procedures of the company in view of the need for increased production and the plant superintendent's proposal to buy new machinery to provide additional production capacity. ... More
Reference No: F&A0024(C)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The BGW Case Series related to the appraisal of a long term Loan to a Manufacturing Company. It also deals with the Fashioning of the terms and Conditions of the Loan in such a way as would reconcile the lender's and the borrower's Points of View. ... More
Reference No: CMA0040Pages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The manager of a superphosphate production unit reviews the progress made during the past and considers the alternatives for increasing the business. ... More
Reference No: QM0013Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: Deals with whether a trial order of 250 wending machines should be accepted. In resolving this problem, it is necessary to compute the contributions per machine and the tooling costs involved, and work out the conditions under which it will be profitable to accept the trial order as there is some ... More
Reference No: BP0004Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: Note describing the state of paper industry in India with background on manufacturing process, government controls, raw material availability, and units in operation. ... More