Reference No: MAR0111Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The case is based on a survey report of blade users. Perceptions of various segments of users of razor blades are assessed in this survey. ... More
Reference No: PROD0100TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: In today's rapidly changing world, forecasting is an important part of planning. The future performance of an organization depends on the accuracy of forecasting. This note discusses various forecasting techniques, their applicability and limitations. The utility of a method depends on the situation. The most widely used method is the ... More
Reference No: ECO0203TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The note discusses the four alternative hypotheses about the form of the total cost function, and it infers, mathematically, the shape of the average and marginal cost curves, under different values of the coefficients, for each form of the total cost function. ... More
Reference No: MAR0122Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The company wants to expand its business by taking up the manufacture and marketing of razor blades. The company executives happen to have access to a blade users' survey. The case provides an opportunity to examine how various existing brands are positioned, and possible and desirable product position for the ... More
Reference No: P&IR0064(A)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Case (A) pertains to the payment of bonus in a textile mill. By changing the method of calculating depreciation, the management reduces the quantum of bonus. This is objected by the union. A strike is averted by the timely intervention of the manager. In Case (B) P&IR0064(B), both ... More
Reference No: OB0040Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes the problems arising from a district panchayat's decision to construct a percolation tank in a drought?prone village. This decision creates tension among the villagers whose lands are likely to be submerged. The case brings out the incompatibility between the engineering aspects and the socio?economic consequences ... More
Reference No: P&IR0118TECPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This paper deals with the various aspects of maintenance of discipline within an organization. It questions some of the functional notions about indiscipline in view of the changing values and environment in the society. The main issue for discussion arising from this paper is how to identify the most effective ... More
Reference No: F&A0251Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The chairman of the company has assured the shareholders of a minimum dividend following increase in the company's licensed capacity. The chief accountant and other senior executives analyse the market for beer, the demand potential, plus the structure and behaviour of material costs and operating expenses, to see if the ... More
Reference No: P&IR0004(D)Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the action taken by the management in terms of the agreement reached between it and the union on the action to be taken against the officers alleged to be guilty of negligence. This part brings out the involvement of various government agencies in handling a local labour dispute in ... More
Reference No: ECO0183Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Discusses the inception-level problems faced by an electronics company. The change in the definition of a small-scale unit has apparently created problems in getting raw materials and foreign exchange allocated. The case also highlights the procedural aspects of industrial development and the role of various regulatory authorities. ... More
Reference No: BP0053Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: History of a large Indian business house is provided to discuss intercompany investments, sole selling agency agreements, multiple subsidiary companies, and the nature of controls exercised in large groups. These topics can be discussed in the context of changing social values. ... More