Reference No: PROD0073(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case highlights the way a company could use to its advantage a new technology for fighting recession. How this company succeeded in procuring export orders in the face of stiff competition is discussed. It also illustrates how a company can meet time limits by using its technological strength. The ... More
Reference No: QM0074TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Introduces the conceptual framework for analyzing an inventory decision problem, and points out that there are three motives for holding inventory: 1) the transaction motive, 2) the speculative motive, and 3) the precautionary motive. The subject is introduced through simple examples. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0028Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Union-management problems arise following the introduction of a grievance settlement procedure, even though it was done in pursuance of government policy and according to the rules laid down by the tripartite Indian Labour Conference. ... More
Reference No: F&A0120Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The general manager has to determine proper criteria for deciding the optimum size of the advertisement appropriation. The case raises the controversy between the advertising manager, who prefers reporting of expenses by advertising activity, and the cost accountant, who prefers accounting and reporting by expense heads. The procedures for compilation ... More
Reference No: MAR0081Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: This case deals with the marketing problems of a company, following its modernization and expansion programme. Students are expected to discuss the problems of product policy and the nature of changes that need to be made in the sales organization to cope with the expansion programme. ... More
Reference No: F&A0116Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Deals with the problems involved in formulating and implementing budgets for repairs and maintenance. The main issues are 1) alternative ways of classification of R&M costs say, into minor and major, routine and non routine, preventive and curative, etc. 2) the criteria for such classifications, and 3) the utility of such classifications ... More
Reference No: MAR0079Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Stresses a medium sized company's overall marketing strategy in its export markets. It describes the company's product policies and export promotional methods. Students are expected to discuss and evaluate the overall export strategy, particularly in light of its size. ... More
Reference No: F&A0069Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The management determines their costing system's suitability for their foundry operation so that they can determine the price they should pay for buying castings from outside sources. Costing information is also required for fixing the selling prices of the end- products. The case provides material for discussing the relevant costs ... More
Reference No: BP0028Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: A large company is considering an investment for setting up a new foundry and workshop replacing the old workshop and foundry that had existed for a long time. The new manager, a younger son, is called upon to make the final decision as to what is to be done regarding ... More
Reference No: BP0040(A)Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case describes the history of the company since its incorporation (in 1960) to 1968. It focuses on the major proxy fight between the Firestone Rubber and Tyre Company and the Kilachand interests which arose over the issue of the appointment of a firm in which the Kilachands were interested as the ... More
Reference No: CMA0176(A)Pages: 11Published on: 5, September, 1969
Abstract: This case is on organisation building in a firm which is operating under highly dynamic market conditions. It relates to building up of a procurement organization which is the key to successful operations of a rice mill. The questions raised are what makes an organization viable, what are the skills ... More
