Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Relevant Costs and Revenue Concepts for Resource Management Decisions

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath; Sah, D C;

    Reference No: CMA0580TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: Cost and revenue concepts used in economic decision making differs from their common usage. This note summarizes a few cost and revenue concepts to initiate discussions on their relevance for different types of decision making. A few specific questions related o resource management decisions have also been raised. ... More

  2. Assessing Financial Health of a Firm: Illustrative Case Studies

    Authors: Pandey, I M;

    Reference No: F&A0362TEC Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: This note explains in simple style the use of ratios in assessing the financial performance of a company. ... More

  3. Data Dictionaries

    Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

    Reference No: QM0183TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: This note explains the basic idea of Data Dictionaries (DDs) as a tool for use in structured systems analysis. ... More

  4. Wavin India Limited (C)

    Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

    Reference No: MAR0275(C) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: The case focuses on the need for analysis and introspection for developing advertising objectives and strategy. Interaction between the advertiser and the agency is considered, and various stages of development of strategy and objectives are brought into focus. ... More

  5. Voltas Limited (I): Strategic Planning of Control

    Authors: Jaikumar, V;

    Reference No: BP0144(I) Pages: 38 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: Deals with a new control system designed to achieve the explicit goals spelled out by the management. The Case describes the development of the new system which is interlinked with the new decentralized setup, both of which take place in stages from 1981 and are not fully complete by December 1982. The ... More

  6. The Functions of the General Manager and theConcept of Corporate Strategy

    Authors: Chaudhuri, Shekhar; Dixit, M R;

    Reference No: BP0176TEC Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: The note reviews some of the literature in the field of strategic management. Some of the major topics covered are: 1) nature of policy, 2) hierarchy of policies, 3) general management, 4) functions of the general manager, 5) skills of the general manager, 6) concept of corporate strategy, 7) evaluation of performance, 8) strategy formulation, etc. ... More

  7. Sarvodaya Mills (C)

    Authors: Verma, Pramod;

    Reference No: P&IR0064(C) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: The company is facing a strike situation due to reduction in bonus payment as compared to the previous year's bonus. While the workers are on strike, the management is wondering whether to pay a higher bonus and whether to pay wages for the strike period. This case focuses on the ... More

  8. A Methodology for Estimating Production Potentialities of an Area

    Authors: Singh, Gurudev;

    Reference No: CMA0578 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: Attempts to present a methodology for estimating production potentialities of an area based on analysis of micro production units. Aggregation model was developed to obtain population parameters such that contribution of changes in production technology could be estimated. The methodology also involves the adjustments for some variables such as size ... More

  9. The Concept of Cost and Capital

    Authors: Pandey, I M;

    Reference No: F&A0360TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: The note discusses the concept and measurement problems of cost of capital in nontechnical language. ... More

  10. Quality Circles

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0179TEC Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: Deals with the concept of quality circles (QCs). The historical evolution of QCs, basic philosophy, structure, techniques applicable for QC work, applications, and common misconceptions are discussed. The methodology for their implementation within an organization is spelt out and typical implementation problems are highlighted. Some illustrative examples drawn from Indian ... More

  11. Voltas Limited (F) : An Integrated Case Series

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S;

    Reference No: BP0144(F) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: Traces the history of the Personnel Cell, and focuses its attention on such personnel functions as manpower planning, recruitment and selection, promotion, salary administration, and non-statutory welfare. A series of issues relating to these functions have been raised to signify their importance to the organization as a whole. ... More

  12. Punjab Tractors Limited

    Authors: Chaudhuri, Shekhar;

    Reference No: BP0174 Pages: 35 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: Punjab Tractors Limited was promoted by Punjab State Industrial Development Corporation on 27th June, 1970 at Chandigarh with the immediate main objective of setting up a plant for the manufacture of Swaraj 20 and 30 HP tractors. The case describes the process by which the product, the first major creation of Indian science ... More

  13. Transfer of Ram Nihal (A)

    Authors: Verma, Pramod; Sen Gupta, Samresh;

    Reference No: P&IR0154(A) Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: This case deals with the transfer of a sweeper-cum-chowkidar from a state allopathic dispensary to a PHC. The incumbent did not comply with the orders of the Deputy CMO. This resulted in undue correspondence without any positive results. Indiscipline had also been created, with the MO of that PHC defying ... More

  14. Financing Integrated Dairy Development Programme for Weaker Sections

    Authors: Singh, Gurudev;

    Reference No: CMA0572 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: The case relates to the issue of developing and implementing a programme to finance weaker sections of rural population. The programme warrants interface among a bank, developmental agency, a milk processing unit, milk producers' societies and individual milk producers, and stipulates a certain degree of coordination for the success of ... More

  15. Materials Requirement Planning

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0176TEC Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: The note deals with materials requirement planning (MRP)??its significance, principal assumptions and prerequisites of the MRP system, and lot sizing techniques and advantages. Product structuring and other important aspects of the MRP are also considered. ... More

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