Reference No: QM0002Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case revolves around the issue of pricing in an oligopolistic market. It discusses issues like use of price cutting for introducing a new product, ability of the firm to withstand retaliation from competitors, and the benefit the society receives from the price fall. The other minor issues raised are ... More
Reference No: OB0034(C)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: A description of several incidents that occurred during the researcher's visits to the chief engineer. Students analyze the behaviour observed and decide how to improve the situation. ... More
Reference No: ECO0037Pages: 31Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Background material covering a detailed statement of the various aspects of the Indian tax structure. The note covers corporate as well as personal taxation, and serves as a basis for discussion of a series of cases on the subject of taxation. ... More
Reference No: PROD0020Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: This case deals with inventory control and production scheduling concerning a seasonal product. It asks students to examine and recommend specific proposals for improving company operations. ... More
Reference No: OB0017(B)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Describes how the new general manager tries to change his executives' behaviour, and his attempts to win the executives' and workers' confidence; and its effect on some of the executives who believe in stricter methods. ... More
Reference No: OB0034(A)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The general manager describes his problems with the chief engineer who does not delegate responsibility. The student identifies all the assumptions made by the general manager, and tries to decide what the general manager should do, and what the researcher should do next. ... More
Reference No: ECO0070Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case deals with the tax implication of the water storage tank constructed for the purposes of the supply and storage of water this tank constitute a "plant and machinery " for the depreciation under the India Income-tax Act is discussed. . ... More
Reference No: PROD0006(C)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Students have to evolve an inventory model which should take into account the procurement difficulties regarding uncertain lead time, obtaining imported materials, etc. The case also gives an opportunity to identify the need for standardization of materials and costs associated with it. ... More
Reference No: MAR0285(B)Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case deals with the decision problem of discontinuing some items from the product line of the company. Arguments in favour and against continuing two specific products are given. In case these products are withdrawn, implications on company's costs, revenues and profits are described. ... More
Reference No: OB0024(A)Pages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: A description of three related top executives who are treated as a small group with norms, values, etc. Students analyze the case using the same conceptual tools as for worker small groups. ... More
Reference No: ECO0031(B)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: An analysis of the concepts and methodology of national income accounting together with the mechanics of the circular flow of income. Included is an account of the methods used in national income accounting. ... More
