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Authors: Tewari, Devi D; Chokshi, S N;

Reference No: CMA0714 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1993

Abstract: The paper industry in India is highly capital intensive and has grown rapidly in the past. Interesting to note that the number of pulp and paper units have increased from 17 in the early 1950's to 250 in 1985, and production of paper and paperboards from 1,35,000 tonnes in 1951 to 15,00,000 tonnes in 1985 - a ... More

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Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K;

Reference No: MAR0421(B) Pages: 6 Published on: 8, June, 2011

Abstract: The case describes briefly the problem definition stage and details of the research plan for collecting information to address the question: "whether to set up a plant for manufacturing synthetic menthol through the process invented by the R&D Division of Chemical Products Limited?". The plan includes a description of ... More

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Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K;

Reference No: MAR0421(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 8, June, 2011

Abstract: The case describes the decision situation of assessing whether to set up production facilities for producing synthetic menthol. The context covers the description of the company, the product : menthol, production process of menthol, international trade, and government environment. The rest of the case describes the decision problems, research problems, information ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0372 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1985

Abstract: This is a collection of four caselets in C-V-P analysis presented in the ascending order of difficulty moving from breakeven analysis with physical units to breakeven without physical units, and on to long term breakeven, cash breakeven, shutdown volume, and profit planning. ... More

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Authors: Copen, M R;

Reference No: PROD0013(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Capacity planning is the step subsequent to forecasting the future sales pattern. The note discusses how to find out the plant sizes and their time phasing so that the demand is satisfied at minimum cost. The total cost is discounted to first period. ... More

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Authors: Desai, D K;

Reference No: CMA0064 Pages: 12 Published on: 26, December, 1966

Abstract: The case deals with the problems faced by a firm which wants to set up a distribution channel for the new products which it wanted to manufacture. ... More

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Authors: Varma, Jayanth R;

Reference No: F&A0476 Pages: 10 Published on: 22, March, 2005

Abstract: Hedging of future forecasted revenues. Accounting issues and issues of hedging policy. Economic and transaction exposure. Exchange Rate Forecasting geography: India. ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

Reference No: F&A0389 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1988

Abstract: Introduces the various concepts of inflation accounting. It questions the assumptions behind generally accepted accounting principles, and explores other alternatives like current cost and purchasing power, and adjusted financial statements. The distinction between accounting income and economic income is highlighted. ... More

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Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K; Camillus, J C;

Reference No: F&A0233(C) Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1973

Abstract: This case deals with the factors that facilitate comparison with standards of performance, budgeted or past, separating financial information and performance indicators. The reporting formats used in one of the four product groups are analyzed with a view to developing understanding of design variables in management reporting systems. ... More

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Authors: Hegde, B K;

Reference No: PROD0040 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1987

Abstract: The main focus of the case is on improving work methods. The present work method results in low output per piece of equipment and poor utilization of equipment. The poor utilization of equipment (steam locomotives) suggests that the present level of output can be obtained by using only two locomotives ... More

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Authors: Paul, S; Rao, N N Venkata;

Reference No: ECO0019 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: The case deals with forecasting the market demand for a leading brand of vegetable oil called "Vanaspati." The problem is viewed from the point of view of a company that controls a substantial market share of this product in India. Students are asked to prepare a longterm forecast of ... More

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Authors: Paul, S;

Reference No: ECO0014 Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: The note discusses the nature and scope of demand forecasting types of forecasting and the determinants of demand. ... More

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Authors: Balachandra, R;

Reference No: PROD0095 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1973

Abstract: Illustrates the production planning and control system in a medium?sized light engineering company. Apart from providing scope for suggesting improvements in the system, it also brings out the cost aspects of various production planning decisions. It provides sufficient scope for working out in detail an optimum production plan. ... More

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