Reference No: F&A0297Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Presents a problem in the analysis of overhead variance. Variances have to be calculated based on the volume of output and the volume (labour hours worked). Finally, the controversy as to which of these two methods is right has to be resolved. ... More
Reference No: PROD0123TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with the use of work sampling for setting up output standards in a packing?cum?shipping department. As a variety of cartons/boxes are involved, time study may be impractical. Work sampling study can be conveniently used for setting up the standards. ... More
Reference No: QM0123TECPages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Part- I describes basic methods of sorting records stored in the primary memory of a computer. Methods covered are distribution, distribution counting, radix, insertion, selection, merge insertion, bubble, shell and radix exchange sorts.Part- II covers advanced methods that are complex but efficient for sorting files residing in the main ... More
Reference No: MAR0197(A)Pages: 8Published 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 clear cut sales strategy in respect of projects is called for. ... More
Reference No: BP0107Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case focuses on the conflicts between running a business commercially and fulfilling social objectives. The case also highlights the factors influencing capacity utilization and the problems faced in diversifying. ... More
Reference No: F&A0307Pages: 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
Reference No: PROD0130TECPages: 3Published 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
Reference No: MAR0185Pages: 4Published 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
Reference No: P&IR0033Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case highlights decision making on promotion. A decision on whom to be promoted as the general manager has to be taken, given data on six candidates. ... More
Reference No: BP0122Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case describes the origin and development of IRI, its product groups, structure and relation to the government (for investments and evaluation) and to the Parliament. ... More
Reference No: F&A0314Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with the use of relevant costs for analysis, and managerial decisions, in a joint product situation. Decisions involve choices between 1) alternative processes; 2) alternative uses of by product 3) new and old equipment; and 4) the activities to be pursued or dropped. Cost analysis could cover product line profitabilities and breakeven under ... More
Reference No: QM0096(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case starts with the questions of product profitability and increases price of certain products. The questions arise because the company was consistently using money. The problem therefore is how to improve the profitability of the company. It is unviable without price increase. If, 'no' what should be the product ... More
Reference No: QM0121TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Describes techniques of sorting a tape- based file on a computer where the file is too large to be resident in the computer's memory. Methods covered in detail are balanced merging and polyphase merging. ... More
Reference No: ECO0242TECPages: 3Published 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
