Reference No: P&IR0086Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with the linkages between recruitment systems, selection methods, placement decisions and evaluation of performance on completion of the probationary period. The need for systematic diagnosis and planning at each stage is highlighted so that the overall effectiveness of each officer/department can be improved. ... More
Reference No: QM0059Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Gives a simplified version of the manufacturing process in the company, which is suitable for practice in the design of computer tape or disk systems for production control. ... More
Reference No: QM0101(E)Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with cost reduction measures through minimum utilization of raw material in a gasket making unit. The use of mathematical models and the need for information systems (linkages) can be illustrated through this series. The series has been designed to illustrate the process of identifying, formulating and solving ... More
Reference No: BP0069(B)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The government can get involved in the management of an industry: 1) as an entrepreneur, 2) by nationalization or 3) by taking over the management under the Industries Act. The case gives the background for the state government to decide whether to recommend takeover or nationalization, or provide financial help to a sick ... More
Reference No: MAR0144(G)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case highlights the problems being faced by the company regarding its channels of distribution, especially the wholesalers. The alternatives being considered by the management to bring the wholesalers in line are presented, as also the details of the company's marketing strategy. The alternatives are to be evaluated in light ... More
Reference No: MAR0169Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: There had been a great deal of similarity in the advertising for transistor radios. Early in 1972, the agency for Phillips wanted to break new ground in campaigning. But the company managers asked if a distinctive treatment would make sense to the less sophisticated target consumers in semi urban markets. Besides ... More
Reference No: MAR0174Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: When Vicks Vaporub was introduced, a few similar balms were already well entrenched in the Indian market. It was now up to Richardson Hindustan Limited to position Vicks in such a way that the consumers perceived it as different, from the other multipurpose balms. Vicks Vaporub was given a specific ... More
Reference No: F&A0263(F)Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Mr.Trivedi, one of the branch managers, has some mental reservations about accepting the target for agricultural advances for his branch. The regional manager is confident that the potential reflected in the target exists in the branch. He comes to this conclusion from a report based on a field study ... More
Reference No: F&A0281(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: PPIL is engaged in activities ranging from pure consultancy to total turnkey projects in high-technology fields, most of them of a pioneering nature. Case (A) describes how, faced with the various problems related to the high degree of diversity in the nature of projects and their geographical dispersion, the need ... More
Reference No: ECO0232Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case gives an account of the origin and growth of one of the largest business houses in India. The case gives an account of the origin and growth of one of the largest business houses in India. ... More
Reference No: F&A0113Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The company is engaged in manufacturing a wide range of diversified activities like sugar, cement, vanaspati, chemicals, etc. The results of operations are published in the form of a consolidated balance sheet and profit and loss account. Questions are raised as to how useful these figures are to outside analysts, ... More
Reference No: PROD0107Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This comprehensive case deals with all aspects of materials planning and control in a medium?sized public sector manufacturing organization with an annual sales turnover of over Rs 3 crore. The emphasis is on spare parts management. The case raises the following issues: fixing of targets for investment in inventories; inventory ... More
Reference No: QM0100(B)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Illustrates the problems of Arun Deshpande, a young entrepreneur who held various patents of agricultural machines. He started developing his products, financed entirely by a nationalized bank. Later, he procured bridge finance from another bank, awaiting the sanction of a long term loan from a financial institution. Since this was ... More
