Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. ABC State Road Transport Corporation: Fuelling Plan of Buses

    Authors: Raghuram, G; Padmanabhan, Geeta;

    Reference No: QM0224 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case describes how the fueling plan of buses can affect the fuel expenditure, since the prices of fuel differ in various locations. The objective of this case is to pick up fuel at the cheapest points, ensuring that there is enough fuel to travel from one fueling point to ... More

  2. Industrial Policy and Performance

    Authors: Gupta, G S;

    Reference No: ECO0330TEC Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: The note discusses the objectives and instruments and developments pertaining to industrial policy, and performance of the industrial sector in India during the last 40 years. In particular, it reviews policies concerning the public sector, licensing, large industrial houses, foreign investment and technology transfer, small-scale sector, location, price and distribution, and ... More

  3. Spider's Web Trapeze or Tent Pegs: Networking for Developmental Alternatives

    Authors: Gupta, Anil K;

    Reference No: CMA0712TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This note describes what networks do and how we can think about these metaphorically. ... More

  4. Indian Railways: Freight Operations Information System

    Authors: Jain, Rekha; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0230 Pages: 44 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case describes the project identification formulation and implementation aspects of the computer based freight Operations Information System (OIS) being planned on Indian Railways (IR). This system is expected to bring about improved efficiency through modernization in information handling and decision-making processes, as well as a qualitative change in the ... More

  5. Yamanote India Limited

    Authors: Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: PROD0217 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: The case of the scooter manufacturer Yamanote India Limited deals with a logistical decision that has arisen primarily from commercial realities. In this instance, it is the issue of the octroi tax that goods have to pay when entering certain city limits. The case considers the secondary transport of the ... More

  6. Freight Train Crew Scheduling: A Case of Vadodara Division

    Authors: Raghuram, G; Rao, V Venkata; Saha, Jahar; Devarajan, N;

    Reference No: QM0222 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case describes the crew scheduling process for freight trains at a crew change point in Vadodara division. The various labour related constraints are given. The objective of this case discussion is to develop an information system, possibly a decision support system, to aid in the crew scheduling decision. ... More

  7. Success Unlimited Incorporated - B

    Authors: Nilakantan, S; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: PROD0224 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case focuses on the issue of set up regional warehouse to provide distribution for depots in the Northern Region of a consumer products company. Data is available on the costs and benefits of analysing this decision, a specially from the point of inventory held in the pipeline and depots. ... More

  8. Stepwise Refinement and Pseudo-Codes: An Introduction

    Authors: Rao, V Venkata; Yegneshwar, S;

    Reference No: CISG0005TEC Pages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This note is meant to give an introduction to stepwise refinement as a method of describing/developing an algorithm, which can be later converted to a computer program in a procedural language like BASIC, FORTRAN, or PASCAL. In developing an algorithm in this strategy, using an informal language is convenient. ... More

  9. Economic Planning in India

    Authors: Gupta, G S; Aggarwal, Ashok;

    Reference No: ECO0328TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: The note provides a brief review of Indian planning, and the data on various economic and social indicators in the country. In particular, it discusses the objectives, the strategy, financial resources and their mobilization, and the achievements and failures of economic planning in India. ... More

  10. Viswam Ispat Limited

    Authors: Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0228 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case is a real life example of a recurring stock problem. This case has good potential for a take-home assignment. ... More

  11. Maintenance of Railway Carriage Stock in Bombay Division

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: PROD0215 Pages: 38 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: This case describes the maintenance organization, maintenance facilities, and maintenance requirements of passenger trains coming to Bombay Central. The objective of this case is to help understand the complexities of a maintenance setup operating under dynamic arrival of jobs for maintenance. ... More

  12. Gunny Bags Inventory at Western India Cement Company

    Authors: Tripathy, Arabinda;

    Reference No: PROD0222 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: Gunny bags are used for packing of cement. Non-availability of gunny bags may result in building up of cement stock and ultimately affect the operation of the cement plant. Supplies over a long distance, as also other losses, affect the availability of gunny bags. The case describes such a situation ... More

  13. Vivek Makes the Choice

    Authors: Misra, Sasi B; Ramnarayan, S;

    Reference No: OB0188 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1992

    Abstract: Mr. Vivek Kumar, a young and well-paid marine engineer, was an applicant to the Doctoral Programme of IIMA. Based on his performance in aptitude tests and personal interview, he was offered admission to the programme starting 1992. He does not accept the Institute's offer of admission and writes a letter to ... More

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