Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Development of Banni Area

    Authors: Khurana, Rakesh; Mehta, S C;

    Reference No: MAR0199 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case revolves around the animal husbandry activities in Banni area of Kutch district. The District Development Officer is planning to increase the income of dairy farmers in the area to incresed productivity and improved return on output. Issues in the case are concerned with objectives of the project, its ... More

  2. Pipe Valves Need Charting

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0130TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Explains the use of the process chart and assembly process chart in the study of a transformation process involving complex flow of products and subassemblies. Process chart is a powerful tool having applications in method improvement programme, layout of plant facilities, etc. By recording the flow of materials, products, etc, ... More

  3. What Contemporary Executives Think - I:Managerial Effectiveness

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: BP0100TEC Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The note contains edited excerpts from thirteen interviews on managerial effectiveness with chief executives and senior departmental heads of private and public enterprises. It raises several issues for discussion, including questions such as: (a) What constitutes managerial effectiveness? (b) How to appraise effectiveness? (c) Perceptions and opinions on the effectiveness ... More

  4. Demand for Automobile Tyres During the Fifth Plan

    Authors: Rangarajan, C;

    Reference No: ECO0249TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This note explains the process of target setting in the Five Year Plans. The target for automobile tyres depends upon the target for production of vehicles, which in turn depends upon the growth in national income, industrial production and goods traffic. When the growth rate in income and industrial production ... More

  5. Motivation Research

    Authors: Arul, Assumptha; Mohan, Manendra; Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0233TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This note describes "motivation research" in some detail. The elements constituting the "why" of purchase and consumption behaviour are briefly explained. The techniques, i.e., projective and nonprojective, are illustratively explained. Finally, the note discusses the importance of motivation research in market research. ... More

  6. Radiant Cosmetics Private Limited (A)

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0252(A) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

  7. Urvashi Spinning Mills

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0307 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Deals with a problem in overhead cost variance. The excess consumption of steam in a spinning mill has to be analyzed into variances arising from 1) cost of producing steam, 2) hourly rate of supply of steam, 3) number of hours worked, and 4) efficiency of spinning. Requires logic rather than application of standard ... More

  8. A Note on Export Market Environment and the Export Business Strategy **

    Authors: Wadhva, C D;

    Reference No: ECO0242TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Emphasizes the importance of systematic research in the framework of the relevant export-marketing environment for formulating export business strategy at the firm level. It explains the concepts of "export market environment" and "export business strategy" and points out some important decisions that a corporate unit planning export marketing has to ... More

  9. 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

  10. Raj Knitting Company

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: OB0044 Pages: 3 Published 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

  11. Manjeshwari Mills (A)

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

    Reference No: QM0117(A) Pages: 17 Published 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

  12. Cold Storage for Potato

    Authors: Vathsala, S; Moulik, T K;

    Reference No: BP0107 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case focuses on the conflicts between running a business commercially and fulfilling social objectives. The case also highlights the factors influencing capacity utilization and the problems faced in diversifying. ... More

  13. Promonkar Safes Limited (an exercise in profit sharing)

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: P&IR0120EX Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Covers the situation where the management is forced to evolve alternative strategies in profit sharing, combining improved productivity incentive payments and annual bonus payments. ... More

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