Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Bengal Steel Limited

    Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K; Varshneya, K L;

    Reference No: F&A0074 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The case deals with the problems of measurement of departmental performance in an integrated steel foundry, and raises questions on transfer pricing practices. In the class, questions on transfer pricing policy and the mode of departmental performance evaluation are raised. The question whether decentralization should at all be adopted is ... More

  2. Note on Quality Control and Product Reliability

    Authors: Balachandra, R;

    Reference No: PROD0043TEC Pages: 25 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: This note explains the various techniques involved in quality control and product reliability. ... More

  3. Amul Foods Ltd. **

    Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

    Reference No: PROD0050 Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: Describes the collaborative efforts of a national laboratory and a large?sized company. The company makes use of a new process developed by the laboratory for a finished product (baby foods) and succeeds in setting up a plant. The case also discusses the types of difficulties the company has had ... More

  4. Inventory Accumulation in the Private Sector **

    Authors: Paul, S;

    Reference No: ECO0121 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: Deals with the Reserve Bank Governor's criticism of the inventory policy of public sector companies. Empirical evidence is provided in the case to verify the validity of the Governor's charge. Students are expected to prepare a reply to the Governor on this subject on behalf of a lending industry association. ... More

  5. Modern Cable Company (C) **

    Authors: Rao, N N Venkata; Paul, S;

    Reference No: ECO0065(C) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: To evolve an approach which can provide guidelines for planning the optimal product mix and the best utilization of the company's facilities. To familiarize students with the use of the linear programming technique as a tool for resource allocation in business planning. ... More

  6. The Popular Biscuit Company Limited

    Authors: Subramaniam, S;

    Reference No: QM0030 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The case is about dropping an unprofitable product line. Students are expected to analyse the data and work out the contribution of the different product lines. ... More

  7. Payment of Bonus in India (I)

    Authors: Goyal, R C;

    Reference No: P&IR0112(A)TEC Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: Describes the evolution of the concept of bonus in India and the principles involved in the payment of bonus. ... More

  8. Vasant Industries (B)**

    Authors: Nambudiri, C N S;

    Reference No: BP0023(B) Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The case deals with a proposal for the company to carry out a plan of expansion, on the basis of two years excellent results achieved by the new manager. The company, a small rubber rolls and paints manufacturing unit, was started as a repair shop. The problems of managing a ... More

  9. Break-Even Charts

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0047TEC Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: Explains the significance and usefulness of presenting business situations in the form of breakeven charts, and illustrates all known variations in presentation. It describes the concept behind constructing breakeven charts and defines the various terminologies connected with them. ... More

  10. Ranga Rang Textiles Limited **

    Authors: Gandhi, V P;

    Reference No: F&A0063 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The case presents the financial statements and certain other statements of a company in a nonpriority industry. It seeks to estimate the taxable income of the company from these statements and thereby provide an exercise in company tax. ... More

  11. Advanced Concepts of PERT and their Applications **

    Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

    Reference No: PROD0034TEC Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The note explains four advanced applications of PERT networks: 1) scheduling with limited resources, 2) time? cost trade?offs, 3) network cost control systems, and 4) statistical approach in PERT scheduling. The existing rules and procedures for their use have been illustrated by examples. ... More

  12. National Construction Company **

    Authors: Paul, S;

    Reference No: ECO0131 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The case calls for the formulation of a comprehensive approach to demand forecasting, both short- and long-term, in the construction sector of interest to the company. ... More

  13. National Machinery Distributors (Private) Limited

    Authors: Mehta, S C; Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0060 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The case revolves around the concept of the purchase decisionmaking unit for industrial marketing. The participants are expected to identify the individuals of each decisionmaking unit and their role in the purchase decisionmaking process. A number of decision situations are described. Excerpts from the research study, "Purchasing ... More

  14. Thorndyke Manufacturing Company **

    Authors: Dearden, John;

    Reference No: F&A0038 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: A presentation of the problem of single versus multiple cost centres. ... More

  15. Kanyakumari Mills Limited **

    Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

    Reference No: PROD0025 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1967

    Abstract: The case describes the processing of materials in a large vertically integrated textile mill. The company does not have a centralized planning and control section. Very often orders from the merchants and distributors cannot be filled immediately. The management is considering ways and means to cut down large process? inventories ... More

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