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  1. 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

  2. Capacity Tangle

    Authors: Kalro, A H; Issac, Akkanad M; Narayanan, N;

    Reference No: QM0104 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with the problem of establishing the aggregate production capacity of a small ceramics shop which manufactures a variety of ceramic articles. The case describes the production process, including the equipment used, and details of the various products manufactured (such as the number of articles per set, sizes, weights, number ... More

  3. Disk Sorting

    Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

    Reference No: QM0122TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Describes the problem of sorting files that are too large to be resident in the main memory of a system with random-access devices. Drum sorting is analyzed first. The complication in analysis due to significant seek times is explained. A simplified situation where transfer and compute times are small is ... More

  4. Pipe Valves Need Charting

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0130TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Explains the use of the process chart and assembly process chart in the study of a transformation process involving complex flow of products and subassemblies. Process chart is a powerful tool having applications in method improvement programme, layout of plant facilities, etc. By recording the flow of materials, products, etc, ... More

  5. Himalayan Electricals and Electronics Limited

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S; Bhattacharya, J N;

    Reference No: P&IR0033 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case highlights decisionmaking on promotion. A decision on whom to be promoted as the general manager has to be taken, given data on six candidates. ... More

  6. Radio Valves Corporation

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0305 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Presents a problem in labour cost variances. Requires computation of wage rate, labour mix and labour efficiency variances. ... More

  7. The Machine Tool Manufacturers Limited (A) **

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: OB0021(A) Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The terms and conditions of service of two hundred and forty?eight monthly?paid employees of the Madras establishment are set out. The union's charter of demands is annexed. To be used for introducing an exercise in collective bargaining. ... More

  8. Janata Textile Corporation (B)

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0312(B) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Gives additional information on losses to correct the accounting treatment followed in Case (A), where losses are ignored. Introduces the concepts of standard loss, abnormal loss, and abnormal gain. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process. ... More

  9. Fertilizers Limited

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0126TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with incentive schemes in a large firm producing fertilizers. The variety of jobs prevailing in such a firm makes the designing of suitable incentive schemes quite complex. The case primarily involves evaluation of group incentive schemes and incentives computation for workers in different groups. ... More

  10. Standard Bicycle Components Company

    Authors: Wadhva, C D;

    Reference No: ECO0243 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This case presents the problems in business policy of a smallscale manufacturer of the hubs for bicycles. The problems faced in export marketing by this unit are treated in the framework of the total market for the product. Special focus is put on the linkages between allocating the output ... More

  11. Evergreen Products Limited

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Khurana, Rakesh;

    Reference No: MAR0185 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A consumer goods company is interested in evaluating the performance of its dealers. A quarterly statement, giving information on profitability and capital structure, is obtained from the dealers. The issues in the case concern the interpretation and analysis of the statements of two dealers. Interesting possibilities exist for analyzing dealer ... More

  12. GTs in TELCO, Poona (B)

    Authors: Sachdeva, P S;

    Reference No: P&IR0031(B) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with the Graduate Engineer Training Scheme in TELCO's factory. The scheme started in 1967, was expected to supply bright and capable engineers to the new plant being set up. The scheme ran into several difficulties and had to be modified substantially between 1971 and 1974. Despite the modifications, the company was not ... More

  13. Hindustan Photo Films (A)

    Authors: Prahalad, C K; Thomas, Philip S;

    Reference No: BP0111(A) Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Provides the background to the appointment of a part-tim Chairman of an ailing public sector company. ... More

  14. General Products INC

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0161 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A large multidivision, multinational company based in Chicago forms a new Product Analysis Group. This group is to screen new product proposals emanating from various divisions. A complex set of criteria has to be satisfied. ... More

  15. Pragati Chemicals (A)

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0197(A) Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A chemical company with considerable in-house competence in plant design is diversifying into project sales. This raises conflicts with product sales. A clearcut sales strategy in respect of projects is called for. ... More

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