Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Adjusting to Devaluation Paradise Engineering Limited

    Authors: Pathak, H N;

    Reference No: ECO0095 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: The case examine a very dramatic moment in the life of a company which was to open the bills of lading relating to the imports of machinery on the day following devaluation of the rupee during June 1966. The enhanced financial commitment on the part of the company because of devaluation ... More

  2. Kanpur Soft Drinks Limited (B)**

    Authors: Reynolds, J;

    Reference No: BP0003 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: A new competitive threat appears after the manager has undertaken some changes subsequent to the earlier date. The question of possible further steps, including merger with competitors, arises. ... More

  3. Current Publications Private Limited

    Authors: Nangia, R;

    Reference No: BP0013 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: The Editor is faced with public relations problem of an ad run by an airlines of an enemy country which, if printed, would appear two weeks after the outbreak of hostilities. ... More

  4. Alaram of Rising Prices

    Authors: Pruthi, S P S;

    Reference No: ECO0056TEC Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: An application of some of the concepts developed through the technical note on inflation. A discusses of the problem of rising food prices ... More

  5. Mechanics of Setting up an Industrial Undertaking

    Authors: Pruthi, S P S;

    Reference No: ECO0027 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: An outline of the steps necessary to establish an industrial undertaking in India. The student is asked "Is there an economic rationale for these regulations ? Are there effective constitutional restanraints in the scope of these regulation ?" ... More

  6. Premchand Roychand: The Career of a Speculator

    Authors: Tripathi, D;

    Reference No: ECO0109 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: The case illustrates the transitional phase in the growth of Indian business in the middle of the 19th century as also the primitive approach to business activities. In the class the case was used to emphasize how an unimaginative approach to profitmaking could bring doom to a successful career. ... More

  7. The Alembic Chemical Works Company Limited**

    Authors: Tripathi, D; Mehta, M J;

    Reference No: ECO0146 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: The case illustrates the contribution of an academically trained person to the growth of business activities. It also symbolizes the effect of education and the environment existing in a princely state in India and the business activities. ... More

  8. Analysis of Costs for Decisions **

    Authors: Hegde, B K;

    Reference No: PROD0076TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: This note provides background material to facilitate the understanding of the concept of relevant cost used in making production decisions like choosing between alternative production processes and alternative equipment. This concept is also used while deciding on the right cost to be considered for finding out inventory holding ordering costs. ... More

  9. Forbes and Company: The Study of an Agency House**

    Authors: Tripathi, D; Mehta, M J;

    Reference No: ECO0069 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: The case represents the beginnings of the agency house in India and the link between this kind of business and the establishment of the managing agency system. ... More

  10. The State Trading Corporation of India (A)**

    Authors: Kulkarni, G R;

    Reference No: BP0033(A) Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: Relates to the role the top management of this public sector corporation should play in defining its objectives and policies in the context of its special relationship with the government. Details are given about its activities in various areas of foreign and internal trade and the manner in which it ... More

  11. Thomas Parry: The Career of a Free Merchant **

    Authors: Tripathi, D;

    Reference No: ECO0157 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: During the period when the East India Company had a monopoly on the Indian trade, many British merchants used to come to India as free merchants. This case describes the business activities of one such free merchant. In many respects, the trials and tribulations experienced by Tomas parry represented those ... More

  12. Miller Apte Machinery Manufacturing Company (A)**

    Authors: Reynolds, J;

    Reference No: BP0009(A) Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: A small businessman faces many problems, and seeks ways to improve a business which is getting too big and complicated for a "oneman" operation. ... More

  13. The Profile of an Indian Businessman in the 17th Century: Virji Vora of Surat **

    Authors: Tripathi, D; Mehta, M J;

    Reference No: ECO0107 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: The case represents the business environment in 17th century India through the career of a prominent businessman of the period. ... More

  14. Walchand Hirachand and the Scindia Steam Navigation Co. Ltd.**

    Authors: Tripathi, D; Mehta, M J;

    Reference No: ECO0144 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: The case illustrates the aggressiveness and the initiative and determination of an Indian businessman, and his struggle with the British shipping interests. ... More

  15. 16. Consumer Products Limited

    Authors: Bhandari, Labdhi R; Nanda, D A;

    Reference No: MAR0147 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: The brand share of the major product of the company is threatened as a result of heavy incentives offered to consumers by the competitors. The situation requires an immediate decision on the strategy the company should follow to protect its market share. The case can be used with both a ... More

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