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Authors: Chhokar, Jagdeep S; Jain, Abhinandan K;

Reference No: MAR0307(B) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1996

Abstract: The case describes the situation of an Indian company that has successfully supplied chlorine containers, manufactured according to British specifications, to a buyer in Malaysia. The same buyer has a requirement for ammonia containers and has been using ammonia containers manufactured according to Japanese specifications. The company has to decide ... More

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Authors: Sinha, Sidharth;

Reference No: F&A0432 Pages: 12 Published on: 9, March, 1996

Abstract: In the last annual general body meeting the chairman had recommended that dividend policy be specified in terms of payout ratio rather than dividend per share. He had also suggested that the company pay lower dividends and reinvest a larger portion of profits. The company now has to decide on ... More

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Authors: Sastry, S Trilochan;

Reference No: PROD0232 Pages: 15 Published on: 25, March, 1996

Abstract: This case describes the implementation of Just-in-Time at Eicher Tractors in the mid 1980s. It also highlights the extensive preparatory work Eicher had to do before it could start implementing Just-in-Time. The case also brings out the role JIT plays in the philosophy of the company and the changes that ... More

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Authors: Raghuram, G;

Reference No: PROD0235 Pages: 5 Published on: 9, August, 1996

Abstract: This case deals with the decision of centralizing warehousing and distribution across three divisions of a company versus the statuesque of a decentralized distribution. Specific decision issues, criteria for analysis and a plan for a study have to be arrived at, in the form of a proposal. ... More

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Authors: Chandra, Pankaj; Sastry, S Trilochan;

Reference No: PROD0233 Pages: 15 Published on: 20, August, 1996

Abstract: In order to respond to the changing auto market, MUL is trying to become more market oriented. The MD is concerned about integration within MUL's operations, i.e., marketing, manufacturing, vendor development, engineering, etc. The objective of the case is to study current mechanisms used bu MUL to coordinate the ... More

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Authors: Raghuram, G; Kothari, Anupama;

Reference No: PSG0072 Pages: 30 Published on: 28, October, 1996

Abstract: This case focuses on the future strategic directions required for the continued growth of PSPCL, a Thailand based tramp-shipping company. The company currently has 27 secondhand vessels, all in the handy size range. The company was considering the following strategic choices: a) Extent of fleet expansion, b) Should new builds be ... More

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Authors: Raghuram, G; Kothari, Anupama;

Reference No: PSG0073 Pages: 15 Published on: 20, May, 1997

Abstract: This case focuses on the expansion decision of a Singapore based shipyard, Jurong Shipyard Limited (JSL). While exploring the options of expansion of facilities, JSL found three choices emerging. Firstly, the company could construct a new graving dockyard. Secondly, it could opt for building a new floating dockyard. Thirdly, it ... More

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Authors: Ramani, K V;

Reference No: CMHS0015 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1998

Abstract: This case addresses the concerns of a hospital in providing medical care to its patients - both inpatients and outpatients. These concerns have become very serious of late, since the costs for providing quality health care has been increasing in recent few years. Critical success factors for the hospital's performance ... More

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Authors: Chandra, Pankaj; Kalro, A H;

Reference No: PROD0240 Pages: 14 Published on: 13, February, 1998

Abstract: The plant manager is concerned about the impact of increasing product variety, on the manufacturing operations, and consequently the competitiveness of the plant. The case describes the operations of a paint manufacturing facility. The objective of the case is to show how process analysis can be used to evaluate the ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Parvinder;

Reference No: OB0191 Pages: 24 Published on: 27, March, 1998

Abstract: Asoka Spintex, formerly known as Asoka Mill Ltd., was set up in 1920, not doing well. Most of textile mills in the country were not doing well in the 1980s owing to rising costs, competition from powerlooms, and heavy demand recession. To meet this situation, the company decided to upgrade the ... More

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Authors: Banerjee, Bibek; Raghuram, G;

Reference No: PROD0241(C) Pages: 5 Published on: 13, May, 1998

Abstract: This case focuses on the optimal service level and buffer stock determination for a lubricant manufacturer, faced with a competitive market, at an intermediate stage in the supply chain. ... More

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Authors: Banerjee, Bibek; Raghuram, G;

Reference No: MAR0312(A) Pages: 9 Published on: 5, August, 1998

Abstract: With complete liberalization of imports, blending, and pricing in the lubricants sector, announced by the government of India in the early 1990s, Lubol Petroleum Inc (USA) (LPI) was one of numerous multinational companies, which flocked to India. They entered into a 50-50 partnership with NOC, a leading public sector petroleum ... More

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