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: MAR0093Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This case describes the situation where the company is concerned about a specific definition of marketing problems relating to both opportunities and threats. The discussion will lead to specification of information needs and an approach to solve sample design problems. ... 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: 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: QM0117(A)Pages: 17Published 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
Reference No: BP0099TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The note describes early socialization of a child in an Indian family, child-rearing practices, and authority in an Indian family. It provides an opportunity for discussing Indian values and attitudes towards work, time, authority and organizational life. ... 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: ECO0249TECPages: 5Published 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
Reference No: PSG0020TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The note outlines the steps that a branch of the Family Planning
Association of India would need to take in formulating a branch
study. This would require: 1) Defining the broad goals and objectives
of the branch in terms of services to be provided, client
segments, regional coverage, and channels to ... More
Reference No: P&IR0120EXPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Covers the situation where the management is forced to evolve alternative strategies in profit sharing, combining improved productivity incentive payments and annual bonus payments. ... 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: F&A0312(A)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: An introductory problem in process costing, covering four processes and three products. Introduces the concepts of transferred-in costs and equivalent units. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process and losses. ... More
