Reference No: QM0283Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: A middle aged woman was advised hysterectomy based on the clinical symptoms presented by her. Hysterectomy was advised by an Oncology Gynecology surgeon. An experienced Urological Consultant advised against hysterectomy. Ms. Tara was confused and hence through a common friend reached out to a Gynecologist for a second opinion. The ... More
Reference No: PROD0071Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1960
Abstract: This case describes the process of job evaluation undertaken by a major organization. It also describes the major points of conflict between the union and the management with regard to job evaluation. It is used to bring out the types of problems that would be faced by a job evaluation ... More
Reference No: BP0010(A)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1963
Abstract: A major paper manufacturer is trying to decide whether to bid for some interest in a small government paper mill which has on hand machinery needed to make it a larger unit. ... More
Reference No: CMA0009Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1963
Abstract: An explanation of the functions of dairy husbandry division of a major dairy, giving the problems before the manager in establishing a new feed plant. ... More
Reference No: F&A0125Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The company has adopted a profit-sharing scheme for its top management executives. The case discusses the accounting policy and procedures to be adopted for incorporating the results of this scheme in the financial statements. ... More
Reference No: MAR0012Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Describes various salesmen's incentive schemes. Arguments in favour and against group incentive versus individual incentive systems are put forward. The question as to whether the company should use a different incentive scheme for managers as compared to the salesmen is discussed. Problems of implementation of incentive schemes are highlighted. ... More
Reference No: OB0024(D)Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: A description of the relationship between the foundry sales manager and the production-planning manager. Students analyze the difference between this relationship and those in Cases (C1) and (C2) and try to understand the factors contributing to that difference. ... More
Reference No: QM0002Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case revolves around the issue of pricing in an oligopolistic market. It discusses issues like use of price cutting for introducing a new product, ability of the firm to withstand retaliation from competitors, and the benefit the society receives from the price fall. The other minor issues raised are ... More
Reference No: ECO0001(F)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case concerns the consideration on a proposal to purchase additional aircraft when the local factors by the airline industry in general and AirIndia in particular raised doubts about the need for additional capacity. ... More