Deals with the concept of quality circles (QCs). The historical evolution of QCs, basic philosophy, structure, techniques applicable for QC work, applications, and common misconceptions are discussed. The methodology for ...

This case describes the maintenance organization, maintenance facilities, and maintenance requirements of passenger trains coming to Bombay Central. The objective of this case is to help understand the complexities of a ...

This technical note shows application of the NPV rule under complicated investment situations. Specifically, it shows the use of the NPV rule in handling three types of investment problems: 1) projects with different lives; ...

Highlights three issues relating to investment analysis: 1) determination of cash flows; 2) comparison of investment criteria, indicating the superiority of NPV; and 3) the concept and measurement of cost of capital.

Provides an exercise in calculating the operating cycle concept in working capital management. It also brings out the relationship between the volume of sales and volume of working capital vis-?-vis the operating cycle length.

Pertains to an actual debenture issue of Indian Rayon, and enables the user to employ NPV and IRR methods to evaluate the desirability of investing in the issue. The case also familiarizes the user with the concept of ...

The case describes a situation where a decision regarding the publications of a manuscript needs to be made. The problem is complicated in view of the uncertainty associated with the demand. The case can be used to illustrate ...

Introduces the concept of probability. Various approaches that lead to the definition of probability, with their advantages as well as disadvantages, are discussed.

Deals with the advantages of systematic selection, the process of screening, recruitment and selection. It also discusses various methods of selection and how selection decisions are taken. Finally, it raises some issues ...