Reference No: BP0122Pages: 12Published 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
Reference No: QM0117(A)Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case begins with a letter from the mill's factory manager to Professor Shah of IIMA, inviting him to work on a costing system for the mill. Professors Shah and Mote meet the executives of the mill to discuss the details about the project. The discussions reveal that the Chief ... More
Reference No: PSG0017Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The Shivpur Urban Centre was the poorest performing centre. The authorities of FPAI wanted to know the reason for poor performance and asked two doctors to investigate the cause. This case describes the visit of these doctors to the centre and their interviews with the staff. They also visit one ... More
Reference No: OB0044Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case describes the leadership and behavioural style of the owner?manager of a medium?sized but growing company. Some background information on him is given to attempt a psychological interpretation of his behaviour. A few alternative models can be tried for this interpretation. ... More
Reference No: F&A0297Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Presents a problem in the analysis of overhead variance. Variances have to be calculated based on the volume of output and the volume (labour hours worked). Finally, the controversy as to which of these two methods is right has to be resolved. ... More
Reference No: F&A0314Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with the use of relevant costs for analysis, and managerial decisions, in a joint product situation. Decisions involve choices between 1) alternative processes; 2) alternative uses of by product 3) new and old equipment; and 4) the activities to be pursued or dropped. Cost analysis could cover product line profitabilities and breakeven under ... More
Reference No: ECO0241Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case presents the problem of working out the rates to be quoted by Victory Exports Pvt. Ltd. for supplying aluminium poles to Iraq. It is a trial order. It requires the application of the principles of export pricing and knowledge of the working of the foreign exchange market where ... More
Reference No: BP0106Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Focuses on: How does one evaluate a given strategy? How does an organization exploit different opportunities? What are the abilities of the organization to take risks? What are the critical areas in a given situation and how do these affect corporate performance? ... More
Reference No: MAR0192Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case describes the salient features of the fork lift truck (FLT) industry. Saptrishi has been losing several key orders to its competitor, Aquarius. A market research study finds out how FLTs are bought. The data should help in understanding the buyer behaviour, leading to a more effective segmentation and ... More
Reference No: BP0167Pages: 8Published 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
Reference No: MAR0167Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case deals with product line evaluation of a medium sized distributor of consumer durables. Performance of the product lines carried is evaluated using three different criteria, namely, gross profit, percentage profit margin, and return on investment. An attempt is made to demonstrate the superiority of ROI criterion over the ... More
Reference No: MAR0181(A)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This is basically an illustrative note dealing with the development of marketing information system for a product like agricultural chemicals. The case is intended to stimulate concepts and ideas on evolving a marketing information system for a product which has the characteristics of both industrial and consumer products, as far ... More
Reference No: QM0080Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Studies Gujarati housewives' choice of cooking media, and is based on their answers to a questionnaire. Students are required to analyse the data to find out the housewives' preference for cooking media in a locality of Ahmedabad. ... More
Reference No: QM0112Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with the problem of preparing a timetable for a state transport corporation. The main objective is to determine the minimum number of buses required to operate a given number of trips. Several other problems like crew utilization, load factor determination, etc had to be considered. ... More
