Reference No: F&A0170Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: JML was an integrated heavy machinery manufacturing plant which was set up in collaboration with world- renowned firms for the manufacture of machinery and equipment required for steel, mining, sugar, cement, paper and pulp. The project incurred a heavy overrun of costs due to excessive investment in infrastructural facilities like ... More
Reference No: ECO0156Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case represents the transition of an agency house into a modern business establishment and its diversification into a variety of products. In the class, the case was used to establish a link between the 18th century business environment with that of the 19th century. ... More
Reference No: F&A0108Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Provides an opportunity to compare the financial position and performance of one particular mill vis-a-vis other selected mills located in that area. It also points out the limitations of inter- firm study. ... More
Reference No: F&A0132Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case deals with the problem of maintaining discipline in a major branch of a large bank. Employees stop work following the sudden breakdown of air conditioning equipment, leave the office, and mark incorrect time in the registers while leaving. The local union leaders stage a noisy demonstration within the ... More
Reference No: F&A0216Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Deals with attempts to control critical material costs through the piecemeal introduction of a standard costing system. Some of the aspects dealt with are: 1) comparative cost analysis of alternative sources of imported raw materials; 2) purchase performance analysis through comparison of the actuals with the budgets on the chosen alternative; 3) use ... More
Reference No: ECO0115Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case illustrates the career of the founder of the Ahmedabad Cotton Textile Industry on one hand it illustrates the impact of the environment factors on the growth of business, on the other hand it questions the validity of the popularly held view that caste system prevented the growth of ... More
Reference No: F&A0138(B)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: This case can be discussed in light of the students' expectations at the end of the discussion of Case (A). The union- management relations strain further in spite of the apparent rapport emerging at the end of Case (A). Describes the various facets of the conflict and provides some understanding ... More
Reference No: F&A0168Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Mr. Ramnath, an experienced businessman, works out a comprehensive scheme for developing his sixteen acre plot of land with expert help. He has now submitted his project to the Agricultural Finance Corporation for obtaining a loan towards the capital cost of the project and the working capital required for the ... More
Reference No: MAR0088Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: A small machine shop is facing the problem of developing a source of supply for castings needed for cylinder liners for an automobile company. Important factors to be considered are price, quality and regularity of supply. There are three possible sources, but their past records on the three factors are ... More
Reference No: MAR0105Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The consultant helps the bank segment the environment in order to delineate groups of industries with potential as banking customers. This is an innovative use of market segmentation in a sector where it has not been tried before. As a basis for planning the bank must take the segmentation further. ... More
Reference No: ECO0069Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case represents the beginnings of the agency house in India and the link between this kind of business and the establishment of the managing agency system. ... More
Reference No: F&A0227Pages: 32Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: A development bank set up to assist small scale manufacturers finances for the first time a qualified scientist's project for the manufacture of dibasic calcium phosphate (DCP) of pharmaceutical and dentifrice grades. The project runs into difficulties due to environmental factors such as floods and power shortage, which upset the ... More
Reference No: ECO0154Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: This is an introductory case in short?term demand forecasting. The Transformer Manufacturers Association wants to refute the conclusion of the Reserve Bank of India on the impact of the recession on their industry. This would requires a forecast on how their production will be affected in the near future ... More
Reference No: BP0014(C)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The manager of the dairy is trying to appraise recent improvements in profit and loss achievements, related to various management actions and provide for further improvement. ... More
