Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Raj Knitting Company

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: OB0044 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case describes the leadership and behavioural style of the owner?manager of a medium?sized but growing company. Some background information on him is given to attempt a psychological interpretation of his behaviour. A few alternative models can be tried for this interpretation. ... More

  2. Machines are Interacting

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0135TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This is a note dealing with the interaction between man and machine in a man?machine system. The productivity of such a system is primarily determined by the time required to complete a full cycle of operations. In order to improve the productivity of such a system, recording the cycle ... More

  3. Closure-Cap Company

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0302 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Outlines a process-costing problem to illustrate the treatment of normal loss and abnormal loss. Does not cover abnormal gain. Also involves treatment of equivalent units of loss and closing work-in-process. ... More

  4. Programme Planning for Shivpur Urban Centre

    Authors: Satia, J K;

    Reference No: PSG0017 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The Shivpur Urban Centre was the poorest performing centre. The authorities of FPAI wanted to know the reason for poor performance and asked two doctors to investigate the cause. This case describes the visit of these doctors to the centre and their interviews with the staff. They also visit one ... More

  5. Fruits and Vegetables Canning Project of the Gujarat Agro Industries Corporation Limited

    Authors: Vathsala, S; Moulik, T K;

    Reference No: BP0106 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Focuses on: How does one evaluate a given strategy? How does an organization exploit different opportunities? What are the abilities of the organization to take risks? What are the critical areas in a given situation and how do these affect corporate performance? ... More

  6. Pragati Chemicals (A)

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0197(A) Pages: 8 Published 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 clearcut sales strategy in respect of projects is called for. ... More

  7. Manjeshwari Mills (A)

    Authors: Mote, V L; Saha, Jahar; Shah, B G;

    Reference No: QM0117(A) Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case begins with a letter from the mill's factory manager to Professor Shah of IIMA, inviting him to work on a costing system for the mill. Professors Shah and Mote meet the executives of the mill to discuss the details about the project. The discussions reveal that the Chief ... More

  8. Fertilizers Limited

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0126TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with incentive schemes in a large firm producing fertilizers. The variety of jobs prevailing in such a firm makes the designing of suitable incentive schemes quite complex. The case primarily involves evaluation of group incentive schemes and incentives computation for workers in different groups. ... More

  9. Kankaria Chemical Works

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0087 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This is a case in comprehensive variance analysis. Requires computation of material, labour, and variable and fixed overheads in a process-costing situation. Variances have to be worked out on equivalent units of production rather than on just finished goods. ... More

  10. Lala Bhogilal and Balaji

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0309 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This is a comprehensive case in variance analysis covering material, labour and overhead variances. Analysis of variances needs to be followed by assigning responsibility for the variances. ... More

  11. Strategic Planning for MCH Programme in a District

    Authors: Vora, M N; Satia, J K;

    Reference No: PSG0007TEC Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: In this note, data regarding a district and a specific PHC in the district have been given and participants are asked to develop a strategic plan for the MCH programme in that district. In this process they also have to identify gaps in, and ways of obtaining available information. ... More

  12. Demand for Automobile Tyres During the Fifth Plan

    Authors: Rangarajan, C;

    Reference No: ECO0249TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This note explains the process of target setting in the Five Year Plans. The target for automobile tyres depends upon the target for production of vehicles, which in turn depends upon the growth in national income, industrial production and goods traffic. When the growth rate in income and industrial production ... More

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