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  1. Larsen and Toubro Limited (I)

    Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K; Camillus, J C;

    Reference No: F&A0233(I) Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: After developing the required understanding of a long range framework for more effective budgeting [described in L&T (D) and (E)], the General Manager (Finance) considers the time appropriate to have a hard look at the existing budgeting system in the organization. Several issues (e.g. the role of the ... More

  2. The Case of Mutual Transfer (A)

    Authors: Shukla, H C; Sheth, N R;

    Reference No: P&IR0022(A) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: This case deals with the organizational problems arising out of the request of two employees for mutual transfer. Case (A) describes the issues relating to the matter at the lowest level of management. As the matter is not solved at this level, it is taken to the second level of ... More

  3. Roysenstien Breweries Limited

    Authors: Seshan, Suresh A; Mehta, Kiran J;

    Reference No: F&A0251 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: The chairman of the company has assured the shareholders of a minimum dividend following increase in the company's licensed capacity. The chief accountant and other senior executives analyse the market for beer, the demand potential, plus the structure and behaviour of material costs and operating expenses, to see if the ... More

  4. The Problem of Bashir's Transfer (B)

    Authors: Sheth, N R; Shukla, H C;

    Reference No: P&IR0058(B) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: This case is a sequel to The Problem of Bashir's Transfer (A) P&IR0058 case. It gives a running account of how the management reacted to an employee's request for cancellation of transfer and the subsequent series of events that took place at the instance of the employee, the management ... More

  5. Price Control and Location of Industry: Case of Cement Industry **

    Authors: Pathak, H N;

    Reference No: ECO0167TEC Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: The note discusses how price fixing of cement has resulted in a typical dispersal of the cement manufacturing units in India, and analyses the economic implications of such a policy in the short and long run. ... More

  6. Hindustan Lever Limited (A)

    Authors: Nambudiri, C N S; Raman, K S;

    Reference No: BP0056(A) Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Describes the companys diversification programme and its rationale. Provides information for evaluating the choice of diversification and the results accomplished up to 1969. ... More

  7. Market Segmentation for Razor Blades**

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0111 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: The case is based on a survey report of blade users. Perceptions of various segments of users of razor blades are assessed in this survey. ... More

  8. Civil Service and Social Reality

    Authors: Sheth, N R; Dave, M C;

    Reference No: OB0073TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: This note poses some questions about the role of the modern administrator in the context of the social, economic and political realities within which he has to function. Questions are raised regarding the inevitability of the conventional notions about the dysfunctional aspects of bureaucratic culture. The note can serve as ... More

  9. Accidents and Industrial Relations (C)

    Authors: Sheth, N R;

    Reference No: P&IR0004(C) Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Describes the attempts at resolving the industrial dispute between the management and the union through bilateral negotiations with the help of the government's labour department administration and an outside trade union leader. ... More

  10. Larsen and Toubro Limited (J)

    Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K; Camillus, J C;

    Reference No: F&A0223 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Describes the budget formulation and settlement process arising out of the consultants' recommendations for providing the required linkage between the corporate management's expectations and the potential and opportunities perceived by the operating and executive managements. The nature of participation and involvement of all levels of management  from corporate management to ... More

  11. Precision Photo Equipments

    Authors: Mampilly, Paul;

    Reference No: F&A0279 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Precision Photo Equipments manufactures professional photographic equipment. The case brings up the following issues for discussion: 1) how to estimate the incremental working capital requirement on a change in the activity level in respect of various items the company is manufacturing; 2) the implications of a change in the price level of ... More

  12. Plant Layout **

    Authors: Chand, S; Gopinath, C; Mukherjee, S K;

    Reference No: PROD0102TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Layout of physical facilities is an integrating phase of design of production systems. Materials handling cost, safety of workers, flexibility for plant expansion in future, etc, depend on plant layout to a large extent. This note briefly discusses some of the popular plant layout techniques. The spiral chart technique has ... More

  13. Quasar Corporation (A)

    Authors: Saleem, P A;

    Reference No: MAR0130(A) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: Case (A) deals with the problem of deciding how much emphasis to put on dealer network vis-a-vis company's own salesmen. It also describes the commission structure of salesmen and related problems. ... More

  14. Metropolitan Power Supply Company Limited

    Authors: Thomas, Philip S;

    Reference No: F&A0186 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: The case describes the planning process in a company in the electricity supply business. It serves to highlight the nature of the strategic choices open to a company that is closely regulated. ... More

  15. Regulatory Conditions: A Managerial Framework

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

    Reference No: F&A0248TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1974

    Abstract: A micro-view of government action and its implications for the firm. ... More

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