Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. 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

  2. Unnat Nagar Dairy(A)

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0164(A) Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A cooperative dairy in a rapidly growing industrial city is considering the introduction of automatic bulk vending. Many uncertainties are associated with the costs and convenience of bulk vending as compared to bottle vending. ... More

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. Motivation Research

    Authors: Arul, Assumptha; Mohan, Manendra; Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0233TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This note describes "motivation research" in some detail. The elements constituting the "why" of purchase and consumption behaviour are briefly explained. The techniques, i.e., projective and nonprojective, are illustratively explained. Finally, the note discusses the importance of motivation research in market research. ... More

  6. Sunanda Alkalies Limited

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0283 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A caustic soda manufacturer was considering several alternatives for improving the firm's profitability. The company had faced a severe power-cut and the consequent underutilization of capacity and rise in unit cost. The case enables analysis of cost data for shortterm and longterm pricing. Students will be expected ... More

  7. Sulphuric Acid Plant

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0310 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Gives the breakup of cost of production of sulphuric acid for a medium-scale manufacturer in 1966. Details are given in terms of actual totals for three chosen months, and estimated per unit costs for 1967. Variability of costs are not given. Students are expected to discern the behaviour of costs from ... More

  8. Language and National Integration

    Authors: Maru, R M; Dave, Rajendra B;

    Reference No: BP0115TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The language problem of India and the official language policy is described and analyzed in this note. ... More

  9. Gujarat Corporation

    Authors: Monappa, Arun;

    Reference No: P&IR0032 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case deals with the evaluation of two selection instruments, the IQ test and the written essay type test, on the basis of an organization's experience. ... More

  10. Getting a MESU Started

    Authors: Satia, J K;

    Reference No: PSG0021 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case discusses the preparations needed by a branch of the FPAI to start a mobile education-cum-service unit (MESU). The officials would need a plan to get the project started, hire and train staff, select the area, and so on. Where should it begin? ... More

  11. Rare-seed Oil Company

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K; Jaikumar, V;

    Reference No: F&A0298 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A comprehensive case in cost analysis for management decisions in a joint cost situation. This is a modified version of the "Coco Seed Oil Company"F&A0254 case on the same topic.Unlike the earlier version where the price needs to be computed from a given set of cost ... More

  12. On Advising Your Boss

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: BP0103TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The note gives the author's views on some ways of improving the effectiveness of advising one's superior. ... More

  13. Essay versus Objective Type Tests

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S;

    Reference No: P&IR0097TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Discusses and evaluates the two kinds of selection techniques (essay and objective). It also raises issues concerning them. ... More

  14. Promonkar Safes Limited (an exercise in profit sharing)

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: P&IR0120EX Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Covers the situation where the management is forced to evolve alternative strategies in profit sharing, combining improved productivity incentive payments and annual bonus payments. ... More

  15. Gangs on Chart

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0128TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with the use of a process chart called "gang process chart" for improving the method when a group of workers is involved. The gang process chart helps to identify avoidable delays and movements in the process and also examine the possibilities of elimination/ combination of operations. The process being ... More

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