Reference No: MAR0013(G)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Bright Engineering had been forced to reduce its price by 50% for its major product because of fierce competition from a bigger firm. The management desired to drop this item and was looking for new product lines to utilize its excess production capacity. The case involves assessing the marketing potential for ... 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: MAR0028Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Procurement of a controlled item which is sold in the open market and the implications of this procurement policy on company planning are 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 In case these products are withdrawn, implications on company's costs, revenues and profits are described.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: ECO0001(E)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case involves the considerations for the purchase of Boeing 707s in order to remain in business in competition with other carriers. ... More
Reference No: ECO0044Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case deals with the dispute emerging out of bonus for the year 1958 by Arvind Mills. It contains an analysis of the non- payment of bonus owing to the company's claims for rehabilitation and replacement of machinery under the existing law. The student is expected to examine the implications of ... More
Reference No: ECO0022Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: This case an interview account of an industrialist belonging to the cotton textiles industry giving on account of his strength and weaknesses. This case, together with "Kasturbhai lalbhai and the Cotton Textiles industry" is used for the purpose of familiarizing the student with the variety of factors responsible for the ... More
Reference No: OB0010(M)Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: A description of the assembly department workers, supervisors, history and present practices. A simple introductory case to small group behaviour, in which the students try to predict productivity and worker satisfaction from the given data. ... More
Reference No: OB0024(C2)Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: A report on the interrelationship of rolled products sales and production with the export department. Students analyze the transcript of a joint meeting in light of the nature of the task to be done. ... More