Reference No: QM0002Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case revolves around the issue of pricing in an oligopolistic market. It discusses issues like use of price cutting for introducing a new product, ability of the firm to withstand retaliation from competitors, and the benefit the society receives from the price fall. The other minor issues raised are ... More
Reference No: PROD0020Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: This case deals with inventory control and production scheduling concerning a seasonal product. It asks students to examine and recommend specific proposals for improving company operations. ... More
Reference No: OB0023Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The general manager explains why he left the mills and his differences with the managing director. In the process, he reveals a great deal about his own ambitions, goals, behaviour and personality. The case is used to illuminate the effects of Indian culture and social system on organizational behaviour and ... More
Reference No: OB0049(A)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The managing director wants to give more decision?making responsibility to his subordinates, but, having been autocratic in the past, he is not sure how to start. ... More
Reference No: CMA0021Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The chairman of cooperative milk producers' union, having undertaken to build a dairy plant, was faced with the problem of developing the milk shed area of the district. The case gives material which could be used for developing some plan of action. The teaching focus is on developing strategy in ... More
Reference No: PROD0006(C)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Students have to evolve an inventory model which should take into account the procurement difficulties regarding uncertain lead time, obtaining imported materials, etc. The case also gives an opportunity to identify the need for standardization of materials and costs associated with it. ... More
Reference No: ECO0001(F)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case concerns the consideration on a proposal to purchase additional aircraft when the local factors by the airline industry in general and Air India in particular raised doubts about the need for additional capacity. ... More
Reference No: F&A0054Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Covers two subjects: 1) an accounting policy for the provision of bad debts, and 2) an accounting policy for the self insurance scheme. Highlights the implications of the accounting policy on the annual report. ... More
Reference No: MAR0018Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: In 1959, Mr. Vora's family, which has been in grain business, entered the business of processing and selling quick-cooking oats under the brand name Blossom. Even after effective improvements, sales remained sluggish and average below plant capacity. In spite of the losses, Mr. Vora was determined to succeed in this business. ... More
Reference No: ECO0050TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Definition and differences between the various concepts of cost in economic analysis concepts cover and include opportunity cost, variable cost, fixed cost and marginal cost.
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