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Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0097 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Deals with resource allocation for district planning. When many projects compete for resources, the choice of a set of projects within the budget poses problem to the planner. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: BP0076(B) Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Describes the organizational tasks to be performed by the key functional departments and their heads, the regional directors, and the stations and station managers. The differentiation among the departments and the interdependencies, which demand a high amount of integration, are highlighted. The concept of power through control over resources and ... More

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Authors: Murthy, Nirmala; Satia, J K;

Reference No: QM0102(B) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Has been based on experience in developing information systems in India Population Project (District UP). ... More

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Authors: Issac, Akkanad M; Puranik, C S;

Reference No: PROD0116 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Data are presented to help develop an integrated model for procuring seasonal material (round log), and the scheduling production in a large sawmill. This case is useful for teaching the concepts of aggregate scheduling, especially through the use of linear programming. A note on the timber industry is included. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: QM0111 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Deals with the problems associated with the introduction of five widebody Airbuses to replace a fleet of Turbo Props and Caravelles. As it is essential to synchronize the publicity campaign with the formal introduction of the Airbus, the management wants to know when the five aircraft will be ready ... More

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Authors: Prahalad, C K; Thomas, Philip S;

Reference No: BP0070 Pages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Facilitates discussion of action potentials facing the general manager of a field unit of a public sector company. The manager is under pressure from headquarters to improve sales and capacity utilization appreciably in view of a marked drop in the offtake of the State Nutritional Programme. The management systems available ... More

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Authors: Ram Mohan, A V; Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0101(E) Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: The case deals with cost reduction measures through minimum utilization of raw material in a gasket making unit. The use of mathematical models and the need for information systems (linkages) can be illustrated through this series. The series has been designed to illustrate the process of identifying, formulating and solving ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Subroto Sen; Sethna, Beheruz;

Reference No: MAR0180(A) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: In 1969, CARE India executives were interested in selling the idea of proper nutrition for a healthier life to the rural population. They believed that the same marketing principles, style of advertising and media strategy used in urban commercial sales campaigns could be applied to a rural noncommercial campaign. A ... More

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