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List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Saptrishi Industrials

    Authors: Khurana, Rakesh; Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0192 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case describes the salient features of the fork lift truck (FLT) industry. Saptrishi has been losing several key orders to its competitor, Aquarius. A market research study finds out how FLTs are bought. The data should help in understanding the buyer behaviour, leading to a more effective segmentation and ... More

  2. Hindustan Photo Films (B)

    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

  3. SPSS Statistical Package for the Social Sciences

    Authors: Ramani, K V;

    Reference No: QM0128TEC Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Gives a description of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Section 1 describes the control card preparation for accessing the SPSS system. Sections 2 and 3 explain the various facilities the system offers to the user. Finally, Section 4 gives a description of some of the statistical capabilities of the system. ... More

  4. Bureau of Staff Selection

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S;

    Reference No: OB0011 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This case raises issues related to the introduction and actualization of the method of objective tests in the selection of personnel for government agencies. ... More

  5. T-Shirts India Limited

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0299 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A case in comprehensive profit variance analysis. Gives the standards for three products, the budget for the year and the actuals for a particular month. Enables generation of all variances (sales, material, labour, variable overheads and fixed overheads) to explain the difference between the actual monthly profit and the budgeted ... More

  6. TELCO: Manpower Planning (A)

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

    Reference No: P&IR0072(A) Pages: 7 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

  7. Business and Economic Environment:

    Authors: Pathak, H N;

    Reference No: ECO0244TEC Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Designed to introduce participants to the relevant aspects of business and economic environment. The note examines these aspects, and also, how an intending entrepreneur can utilize his knowledge to start an industrial unit. It, therefore, suggests how environment understanding can be used as a tool. ... More

  8. Development of Banni Area

    Authors: Khurana, Rakesh; Mehta, S C;

    Reference No: MAR0199 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case revolves around the animal husbandry activities in Banni area of Kutch district. The District Development Officer is planning to increase the income of dairy farmers in the area to incresed productivity and improved return on output. Issues in the case are concerned with objectives of the project, its ... More

  9. On Advising Your Boss

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: BP0103TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The note gives the author's views on some ways of improving the effectiveness of advising one's superior. ... More

  10. Motivation Research

    Authors: Arul, Assumptha; Mohan, Manendra; Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0233TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This note describes "motivation research" in some detail. The elements constituting the "why" of purchase and consumption behaviour are briefly explained. The techniques, i.e., projective and nonprojective, are illustratively explained. Finally, the note discusses the importance of motivation research in market research. ... More

  11. Radiant Cosmetics Private Limited (A)

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0252(A) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

  12. Packing Crew in Operation-Sampling

    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

  13. Urvashi Spinning Mills

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0307 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with a problem in overhead cost variance. The excess consumption of steam in a spinning mill has to be analyzed into variances arising from 1) cost of producing steam, 2) hourly rate of supply of steam, 3) number of hours worked, and 4) efficiency of spinning. Requires logic rather than application of standard ... More

  14. Systematic Layout Planning

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0132TEC Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Describes in detail the "systematic layout planning" technique of plant layout. Various steps involved in the use of the technique, i.e. product?quantity analysis, flow of materials analysis, analysis of activity relationship, construction of flow and/or activity relationship diagram, determination of space requirements, construction of space relationship diagram, ... More

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