Case Study Rails of the Future: A Comparative Analysis of Railway Production and Design in India and Japan Abstract Railway systems play a critical role in national economic development, urban mobility, and sustainable transportation. In Asia, India and Japan represent two distinct yet influential models of railway modernization. While Indian Railways is rapidly upgrading through indigenous semi-high-speed trains such as Vande Bharat under the “Make in India” initiative, Japanese Railways continue to lead globally with the Shinkansen system, emphasizing safety, punctuality, and technological precision. This comparative case study analyzes emerging trends in railway production and design in both countries, focusing on Industry 4.0 adoption, sustainability, safety engineering, and system integration. Using a qualitative comparative framework, the study highlights strengths, limitations, and strategic complementarities between the two models. The findings suggest that India’s ...
Assessing the Impact of Corruption in Spare Parts Replacement: A Data-Driven Analysis of Pricing Strategies and Original Part Removal in the Corporate Sector with Special Reference to Electronics Items
Assessing the Impact of Corruption in Spare Parts Replacement: A Data-Driven Analysis of Pricing Strategies and Original Part Removal in the Corporate Sector with Special Reference to Electronics Items Abstract The replacement of spare parts in the electronics sector is an essential but often opaque process, where unethical practices by major brands lead to financial exploitation of customers. This study investigates how large corporations manipulate repair and maintenance services to maximize profits through fraudulent practices, including overpricing spare parts, replacing original components with inferior substitutes, and misleading warranty policies. The research employs data-driven analysis to quantify these financial irregularities and their impact on consumers and businesses. Lastly, a few cases were included to highlight the above research. Introduction In the electronics industry, after-sales service plays a crucial role in customer retention and brand reputation....