Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. ABC Corporation

    Authors: Bhandari, Labdhi R;

    Reference No: MAR0184 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: A leading manufacturer of refrigerators is planning to introduce a new product -- an airconditioner. A study is commissioned to understand the target consumers' buying behaviour. The marketing manager, aided by the findings and recommendations of the research group, needs to devise a promotional strategy. The case provides an ... More

  2. Job Description

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0131TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: This note deals with a detailed method of writing a job description and the procedures for performing job analysis. It outlines the precautions to be taken and the information to be collected during a job analysis. ... More

  3. The Interrelationship Between Agriculture and Industry in India

    Authors: Ali, Ifzal;

    Reference No: ECO0250TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The interrelationship between agriculture and industry is analyzed in the static and dynamic contexts. In the static context, purchases by agriculture from industry and the reverse sales for intermediate and final uses are stressed. In the dynamic context, the impact of agriculture on savings, and hence on investment, is analyzed. ... More

  4. Business Policy for the Medium and Small-ScaleIndustries

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: BP0119TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The note gives an overall picture of the formulation and implementation of corporate strategy, with emphasis on small and medium-scale entrepreneurs. ... More

  5. Drop the Coin into the Bowl

    Authors: Prasad, R Venkataramana; Malya, M Meenakshi;

    Reference No: QM0136 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Presents the decision problems encountered in setting up a stall at the funfair organized at IIMA. Customers had tries at dropping a coin into a bowl kept inside a bucket of water. Given several hypotheses on the nature of uncertainties (probability of successes and number of customers), issues on ... More

  6. Central State Scooter Company

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Bhandari, Labdhi R;

    Reference No: MAR0191 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: A new medium-sized-company wants to assess the demand for its scooters in India. The case depicts the problem of demand forecasting for scooters using the regression technique. An alternative approach based on the chain ratio method may also be used. The case provides data on the scooter industry since its ... More

  7. Mridula Ice Cream Parlour (A)

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K; Jaikumar, V;

    Reference No: F&A0315(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: A case in relevant costs and pricing, describing product costing under a full costing system. An accountant suggests improved basis for allocation of fixed/common costs. Relevance of product costs worked out under the old and revised systems can be scrutinized in the context of a price revision to improve ... More

  8. Kumar Enterprises (B)

    Authors: Jain, Vivek; Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: BP0108(B) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Case (B) describes in detail a specific project and a mediumscale paper manufacturi unit which the family is considering. Relevant industry information is briefly sketched. The case raises the following issues: the desirability of the groups pursuing this project, considering the groups strengths and weakness and the paper ... More

  9. Indian Equipment Company (D)

    Authors: ;

    Reference No: PROD0144(D) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Deals with the evaluation of the total productivity effort of the shop management. It refers to the standard products division of a large public limited company. The case looks at the total productivity improvement programme of the company in a historical perspective and then evaluates in quantitative terms the contribution ... More

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