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: MAR0007Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case deals with the frequent decision problem of extending the product line through introduction of additional size/packs of a particular product. Participants are supposed to evolve criteria for evaluation of alternatives in such a decision situation, and apply these criteria in coming up with a recommendation with respect ... More
Reference No: MAR0053Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The company was expecting to change its channels of distribution from manufacturer- age- retailers to a system of direct distribution to retailers. It outlines the views of those managers who favour alternative one versus those who support the other. Information on various dimensions of costs and benefits of the two ... More
Reference No: ECO0030TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The note contains an exhaustive statement of the current procedures regarding the establishment of industries, regulation governing the capital issue import of capital goods and foreign collaboration. The note servers as a background reading material for "The Atul products Ltd." ... More
Reference No: QM0016Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: This case essentially centres around the problem of capital budgeting. For evaluating the desirability of the investment, the student must prepare a production programme from the data given and on this basis prepare an estimate of the cash inflows. He is able to see the applicability of linear programming to ... More
Reference No: PROD0016(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case reviews operating procedures of the company in view of the need for increased production and the plant superintendent's proposal to buy new machinery to provide additional production capacity. ... More
Reference No: MAR0015(B)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: This is a sequel to the Western India Pharmaceutical Company (M) case in which issues were raised as to what would be the appropriate pricing strategies for a small unit to fight with large multinationals. This case deals with problems of price competition faced by the same unit from still ... More
Reference No: PROD0048Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Requires decision?making in terms of (a) shop layout (foundry), (b) material handling, (c) equipment utilization (cupola and crane), (d) distribution and sequencing of work between skilled and unskilled workers, (e) quality of work,( f) multi?shift working, etc. Students are required to make an integrative analysis and come out ... 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: ECO0040Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case raises issues on the various techniques of allocation of available resources for maximizing the benefits with particular reference to agricultural productivity. ... More
