Reference No: P&IR0025(A)Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: A promotion policy for the technical supervisory staff was not implemented by the chief engineer because of a reorganization scheme which he wanted to introduce. The staff then demanded implementation of the promotion policy. The class analyses the promotion policy, reorganization scheme and the personnel problems arising out of it. ... More
Reference No: OB0052Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case is about a two?person relationship between a superior and a subordinate. Illustrates the importance of different value systems and certain irrational factors such as transference in work situations. ... 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: 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: P&IR0077(B)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Case (A) P&IR0077(A) is about the emergence and behaviour of two unions socialist and communist in an American firm of architects and engineers. It raises discussions on several industrial relations, issues, such as union recognition, inter union rivalry, union pressures, management response, etc. The class is expected to ... More
Reference No: PROD0014Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: A layout exercise in which the student is asked to establish the layout for a new plant which will be manufacturing two distinct product lines, one of high volume and the other of low. ... More
Reference No: BP0036Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: How can marketing orientation be achieved in the formulation and implementation of company policy in the public sector? The case deals with the appreciation of marketing orientation by top managers in the public sector; and raises issues regarding the role of the chief executives in initiating the policy, and their ... More
Reference No: PROD0078Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Presents a situation where there is scope for simplification of work and for relating the simplification to financial implications. Provides an opportunity to students to quantify the benefits of suggested work simplifications and their effects on the workload of employees. In a sense it makes the students challenge the conventional ... More
Reference No: BP0027Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: A large textile company is considering whether to enter into the manufacture of readymade garments as a few competitiors have already done. The case also presents several alternative arragements by which the company could distribute readymade garments without manufactring garments themselves. ... More
Reference No: MAR0083Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case presents a research problem and expects the student to formulate a questionnaire for use by field investigators in a survey. Three different groups of respondents are expected to be covered: 1) recent first time purchasers, 2) repeat purchasers, and 3) purchasers who had bought insurance but have now discontinued for various ... More
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: 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: QM0035(A)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case deals with the suitability of a costing system for a small manufacturer who needs costing information on practically all types of business decisions. However, an elaborate costing system is expensive and involves a lot of record-keeping. The case facilitates discussion on installing the costing system. ... More