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List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Standard Tile Company

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0303 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with a problem in material cost variance. Requires computation of price, mix and yield variances. ... More

  2. Larsen and Toubro Limited **

    Authors: Tripathi, D; Mehta, M J;

    Reference No: ECO0236 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case gives the history of Larsen & Toubro since its inception. ... More

  3. Traffic Regulation at Income Tax Square

    Authors: Bhatnagar, S C;

    Reference No: QM0120 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Describes the problem of traffic congestion at a busy crossing in Ahmedabad. Data has been provided on the pattern of arrival of different modes of transport from different directions at the square. Issues arising out of heterogeneity in modes of transportation are raised and alternative ways of resolving this problem ... More

  4. Unnat Nagar Dairy(A)

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0164(A) Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A cooperative dairy in a rapidly growing industrial city is considering the introduction of automatic bulk vending. Many uncertainties are associated with the costs and convenience of bulk vending as compared to bottle vending. ... More

  5. Sulphuric Acid Plant

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0310 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Gives the breakup of cost of production of sulphuric acid for a medium-scale manufacturer in 1966. Details are given in terms of actual totals for three chosen months, and estimated per unit costs for 1967. Variability of costs are not given. Students are expected to discern the behaviour of costs from ... More

  6. Ranchi Refractories Company Limited (A)

    Authors: Mote, V L; Saha, Jahar;

    Reference No: QM0096(A) Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case starts with the questions of product profitability and increases price of certain products. The questions arise because the company was consistently using money. The problem therefore is how to improve the profitability of the company. It is unviable without price increase. If, 'no' what should be the product ... More

  7. The Success Story of Navsynth Chemicals **

    Authors: Rao, T V;

    Reference No: OB0055 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Life story of an entrepreneur, with emphasis on the process of establishing the enterprise and its management. Illustrates several behavioural dimensions of entrepreneurs. ... More

  8. Himalayan Electricals and Electronics Limited

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S; Bhattacharya, J N;

    Reference No: P&IR0033 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case highlights decisionmaking on promotion. A decision on whom to be promoted as the general manager has to be taken, given data on six candidates. ... More

  9. Istituto per la Ricostruzione Industriale: The Institute of Industrial Reconstruction of Italy

    Authors: Murthy, K R S;

    Reference No: BP0122 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case describes the origin and development of IRI, its product groups, structure and relation to the government (for investments and evaluation) and to the Parliament. ... More

  10. Lodhi Family Planning Association

    Authors: Murthy, Nirmala;

    Reference No: PSG0025 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case is based on an interview with the organizing secretary of the Lodhi branch of Family Planning Association where he relates his functions, the methods of data collection and record keeping, the evaluation system for the branch, the flexibility the branches enjoy vis-a-vis selection of projects, the criteria of ... More

  11. Industry and Political Finance: The Case of a Committed Industrialist

    Authors: Bhatt, Anil;

    Reference No: BP0167 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Sets out an industrialist's response to demands, pressures, and threats to help the Congress Party financially during the Emergency. After briefly introducing the subject of political finance by businesses, the first part discusses the relevant political environment during Emergency, the industry and the industrialist, and the types and nature of ... More

  12. Amrita Tea

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0300 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Examines the impact of substituting variable costs for fixed costs on profit, breakeven point, and margin of safety. Class discussion could cover the evaluation of relative business risks in two different cost structures?one with a higher proportion of variable costs and the other with a predominance of fixed costs. ... More

  13. Radiant Cosmetics Private Limited (B)

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0252(B) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

  14. Manjeshwari Mills (B)

    Authors: Mote, V L; Saha, Jahar; Shah, B G;

    Reference No: QM0117(B) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The professors send a proforma in which data should be collected. The dalal expresses some doubts about the usefulness of the data requested. The professors clarify these doubts, and receive the data needed for the analysis. The case ends with all the information needed to make product-wise decisions for ... More

  15. TELCO: Manpower Planning (C)

    Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi; Sachdeva, P S;

    Reference No: P&IR0072(C) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This case deals with the problems of manpower planning for workers' category in TELCO, Poona. It gives the steps followed by the Manpower Planning Cell between 1969-73 up to the stage of submission of Manpower Planning Proposal No.2. This proposal identifies the phased needs for manpower, locates alternative sources for ... More

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