Reference No: ECO0115Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case illustrates the career of the founder of the Ahmedabad Cotton Textile Industry on one hand it illustrates the impact of the environment factors on the growth of business, on the other hand it questions the validity of the popularly held view that caste system prevented the growth of ... More
Reference No: ECO0156Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case represents the transition of an agency house into a modern business establishment and its diversification into a variety of products. In the class, the case was used to establish a link between the 18th century business environment with that of the 19th century. ... More
Reference No: ECO0143TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Gives an outline of the factors that influenced the export of textile products before and after devaluation. The note is both descriptive and analytical. Can provide supplementary reading to the Kandla Garments case. ... More
Reference No: F&A0127Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case deals with the need for accounting information for a small business. A change in the nature and size of the business raises questions regarding the type of accounting records that need to be maintained. The relevance of basic accounting concepts and conventions can also be discussed. ... More
Reference No: F&A0184(B)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Mr. Sahney, Vice President (Finance), has been considering what his recommendations to the President should be, regarding the sales manager's proposal, of relaxing the credit terms, to augment the sales of farm machinery, especially since the plant has been operating below capacity. The case brings out the contribution approach to ... More
Reference No: BP0035Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: A carefully documented account of events that led to the formulation of social control measures on the banking industry in India. The case highlights the importance of recognizing social responsibility in formulating corporate policy. ... More
Reference No: ECO0066(A)Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case highlights the government's nationalization policy. It also offers specific evidence with regard to the peculiar problems of the air transport industry together with appropriate government pronouncements on nationalization. The student is encouraged to take to position on the sondness of the more to natonalise the air transport industry ... More
Reference No: ECO0154Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: This is an introductory case in short?term demand forecasting. The Transformer Manufacturers Association wants to refute the conclusion of the Reserve Bank of India on the impact of the recession on their industry. This would requires a forecast on how their production will be affected in the near future ... More
Reference No: MAR0089EXPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: This is an exercise to simulate the decision making process in a marketing department in order to provide students with an opportunity to take an integrated approach to marketing decision making and thus get a feel of the interaction of the various elements of the marketing mix. The outcome of ... More
Reference No: BP0009(A)Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: A small businessman faces many problems, and seeks ways to improve a business which is getting too big and complicated for a "one man" operation. ... More
Reference No: BP0033(A)Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Relates to the role the top management of this public sector corporation should play in defining its objectives and policies in the context of its special relationship with the government. Details are given about its activities in various areas of foreign and internal trade and the manner in which it ... More
Reference No: ECO0020TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The note discusses how modernization in the textile industry poses a series of related decision in the field of investment. The note was used as a part of series of cases on the textile industry. It had some topical significance when the textile industry in Ahmedabad was passing through a ... More
Reference No: PROD0076TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: This note provides background material to facilitate the understanding of the concept of relevant cost used in making production decisions like choosing between alternative production processes and alternative equipment. This concept is also used while deciding on the right cost to be considered for finding out inventory holding ordering costs. ... More
Reference No: BP0030(B)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Describes the events subsequent to the establishment of the rayon tyre cord factory referred to in case (A) (BP0030). The company faces problems of shortage of demand, competition from other producers, pricing difficulties, and the emergence of substitutes through the application of superior technology. The case, therefore, raises issues of ... More
Reference No: ECO0109Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case illustrates the transitional phase in the growth of Indian business in the middle of the 19th century as also the primitive approach to business activities. In the class the case was used to emphasize how an unimaginative approach to profitmaking could bring doom to a successful career. ... More
