Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Janata Textile Corporation (A)

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

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

    Abstract: An introductory problem in process costing, covering four processes and three products. Introduces the concepts of transferred-in costs and equivalent units. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process and losses. ... More

  2. A Note on Export Market Environment and the Export Business Strategy **

    Authors: Wadhva, C D;

    Reference No: ECO0242TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Emphasizes the importance of systematic research in the framework of the relevant export-marketing environment for formulating export business strategy at the firm level. It explains the concepts of "export market environment" and "export business strategy" and points out some important decisions that a corporate unit planning export marketing has to ... More

  3. Use of PERT Technique in Educational Administration

    Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi;

    Reference No: QM0131TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The note describes five applications of PERT techniques in planning for educational administration. ... More

  4. 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

  5. A Job Design in Control Room

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0125TEC Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This note focuses on a job enrichment programme in the control room of a chemical plant. The operators have to follow operations carefully, adjust mix controls, monitor reactions, and record voluminous data on each batch process. As they have to adopt written standard operating procedures, the jobs are highly routine. ... More

  6. 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

  7. Standard Tile Company

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0303 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with a problem in material cost variance. Requires computation of price, mix and yield variances. ... More

  8. Measurement of Attitudes

    Authors: Arul, M J; Misra, Sasi B;

    Reference No: P&IR0109TEC Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Describes several approaches and techniques of attitude measurement, like direct observation, self report, and attitude scales. The specific attitude scales described in some detail are: Thurstone's scale, Likert's scale, the Scalegram techniques, and the Semantic differential. The strengths and limitations of various attitude measurement techniques have also been examined. Is ... More

  9. 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

  10. 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

  11. 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

  12. Systematic Layout Planning

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0132TEC Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Describes in detail the "systematic layout planning" technique of plant layout. Various steps involved in the use of the technique, i.e. product?quantity analysis, flow of materials analysis, analysis of activity relationship, construction of flow and/or activity relationship diagram, determination of space requirements, construction of space relationship diagram, ... More

  13. 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

  14. 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

  15. Government Central Medical Stores Depot (A)

    Authors: Bhatnagar, S C; Satia, J K;

    Reference No: QM0129(A) Pages: 32 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Case (A) discusses the drug distribution system in Uttar Pradesh. The problems being faced are presented, as also details of the existing records, information flow, and the way procurement, stocking and supply decisions have been made. The case also provides sampled data on demand and supply position in the past. ... More

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