Latest published cases

Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: OB0044 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case describes the leadership and behavioural style of the owner?manager of a medium?sized but growing company. Some background information on him is given to attempt a psychological interpretation of his behaviour. A few alternative models can be tried for this interpretation. ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Wadhva, C D;

Reference No: ECO0241 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case presents the problem of working out the rates to be quoted by Victory Exports Pvt. Ltd. for supplying aluminium poles to Iraq. It is a trial order. It requires the application of the principles of export pricing and knowledge of the working of the foreign exchange market where ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Bhandari, Labdhi R;

Reference No: MAR0165 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Describes the experience of a consumer who buys a toaster, covering prepurchase, purchase decision and postpurchase stages. The problems of consumers in buying and using a product as well as getting aftersales service are illustrated. The case brings out several issues concerning the protection of consumer interests ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Sachdeva, P S;

Reference No: P&IR0031(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with the Graduate Engineer Training Scheme in TELCO's factory. The scheme started in 1967, was expected to supply bright and capable engineers to the new plant being set up. The scheme ran into several difficulties and had to be modified substantially between 1971 and 1974. Despite the modifications, the company was not ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0123TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with the use of work sampling for setting up output standards in a packing?cum?shipping department. As a variety of cartons/boxes are involved, time study may be impractical. Work sampling study can be conveniently used for setting up the standards. ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0305 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Presents a problem in labour cost variances. Requires computation of wage rate, labour mix and labour efficiency variances. ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

Reference No: QM0123TEC Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Part- I describes basic methods of sorting records stored in the primary memory of a computer. Methods covered are distribution, distribution counting, radix, insertion, selection, merge insertion, bubble, shell and radix exchange sorts.Part- II covers advanced methods that are complex but efficient for sorting files residing in the main ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Menon, C D;

Reference No: OB0021(A) Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The terms and conditions of service of two hundred and forty?eight monthly?paid employees of the Madras establishment are set out. The union's charter of demands is annexed. To be used for introducing an exercise in collective bargaining. ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Prahalad, C K; Thomas, Philip S;

Reference No: BP0111(B) Pages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Details the steps taken by the new, part-time chairman of HPF during his "first hundred days" in office. ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0135TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This is a note dealing with the interaction between man and machine in a man?machine system. The productivity of such a system is primarily determined by the time required to complete a full cycle of operations. In order to improve the productivity of such a system, recording the cycle ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0312(B) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Gives additional information on losses to correct the accounting treatment followed in Case (A), where losses are ignored. Introduces the concepts of standard loss, abnormal loss, and abnormal gain. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process. ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Pathak, H N;

Reference No: ECO0237 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case discusses how the passing of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act affects the working of the smallscale chemical units located in the Industrial Estate at Nandesari. ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Mukhopadhyay, Sipra;

Reference No: MAR0162 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The last quarter of 1976 saw a price war breaking out in the electronic calculator industry. The case focuses on the pricing decisions faced by a new fictitious firm planning to enter the electronic calculator market. ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+

Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi; Sachdeva, P S;

Reference No: P&IR0072(C) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This case deals with the problems of manpower planning for workers' category in TELCO, Poona. It gives the steps followed by the Manpower Planning Cell between 1969-73 up to the stage of submission of Manpower Planning Proposal No.2. This proposal identifies the phased needs for manpower, locates alternative sources for ... More

• Add to Wishlist
• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
• Google+