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List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Container Products Corporation

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0163 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The company makes various forms of packaging. Since the demand comes from a diverse set of consumer industries, the company prepares a longterm forecast based on the growth projections of user industries. The sales force prepares a forecast for the immediate future. The company wants to integrate the forecasts ... More

  2. Ganesh Bricks and Tiles

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0304 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Gives the actual material consumption for two products for two consecutive periods when the actual production also varies. Requires variance analysis, in an adapted way, for two periods. A combination of standards and past actuals are used to assess the current period's performance. ... More

  3. TELCO: Manpower Planning (A)

    Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi; Sachdeva, P S;

    Reference No: P&IR0072(A) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This case deals with the problems of manpower planning for workers' category in TELCO, Poona. It gives the steps followed by the Manpower Planning Cell between 1969-73 up to the stage of submission of Manpower Planning Proposal No.2. This proposal identifies the phased needs for manpower, locates alternative sources for ... More

  4. Business and Economic Environment:

    Authors: Pathak, H N;

    Reference No: ECO0244TEC Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Designed to introduce participants to the relevant aspects of business and economic environment. The note examines these aspects, and also, how an intending entrepreneur can utilize his knowledge to start an industrial unit. It, therefore, suggests how environment understanding can be used as a tool. ... More

  5. Mahesh Kumar Jha

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: BP0102 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case traces the life of an individual who runs away from home, is employed as a domestic servant and enters industry. His interactions with top management and two different types of personnel managers, and his emergence and eclipse as a trade union leader are traced. ... More

  6. 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

  7. Packing Crew in Operation-Sampling

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0123TEC Pages: 10 Published 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

  8. Evergreen Products Limited

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Khurana, Rakesh;

    Reference No: MAR0185 Pages: 4 Published 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

  9. Cozy Furniture Mart

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0311 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Describes two furniture companies needing different costing systems. One deals with a few standard models while the other accepts unique jobs. The impact of the two different business strategies on shopfloor management, on the quantity of work-in-process and finished goods, and--more important--on the cost accounting system and related paperwork, is ... More

  10. 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

  11. Bureau of Staff Selection

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S;

    Reference No: OB0011 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This case raises issues related to the introduction and actualization of the method of objective tests in the selection of personnel for government agencies. ... More

  12. General Products INC

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0161 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A large multidivision, multinational company based in Chicago forms a new Product Analysis Group. This group is to screen new product proposals emanating from various divisions. A complex set of criteria has to be satisfied. ... More

  13. 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

  14. Saptrishi Industrials

    Authors: Khurana, Rakesh; Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0192 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case describes the salient features of the fork lift truck (FLT) industry. Saptrishi has been losing several key orders to its competitor, Aquarius. A market research study finds out how FLTs are bought. The data should help in understanding the buyer behaviour, leading to a more effective segmentation and ... More

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