A joint venture between ASIMCO and Caterpillar had recently finished several major projects. The plant was under pressure to increase revenue and had secured the bid on a new customer order, but this addition put a strain on the plant's profitability and management must decide whether it should reduce the casting technology cost or gradually phase out of the agreement. This is a supplement to ASIMCO International Casting Company (A), product .....more

ASIMCO International Casting Company, a joint venture between ASIMCO and Caterpillar, had recently finished several major projects designed to upgrade the manufacturing capabilities in its foundry. The plant was now under significant pressure to increase revenue, and had received an invitation to bid on a new customer order. While this order might provide the ideal opportunity to further upgrade its process technology and capabilities, significant .....more