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Authors: Hegde, B K;

Reference No: PROD0053 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: Describes a problem faced by the management wherein a decision has to be made whether to buy a Turret Lathe or an Automat to replace the worn-out Turret Lathe. Facts and figures on equipment cost, and operating and maintenance costs for the two types of equipment are given. Students are ... More

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Authors: Balachandra, R;

Reference No: PROD0041 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The case describes a situation of deciding between alternative processes of manufacturing a particular part. Details about the methods of manufacture, the times involved and the cost are given so that a meaningful discussion about the relative merits of the alternative could be had. ... More

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Authors: Subramaniam, S;

Reference No: QM0027 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: Deals with choosing from alternative modes of transport taking into account the costs and constraints. ... More

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Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

Reference No: PROD0050 Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: Describes the collaborative efforts of a national laboratory and a large?sized company. The company makes use of a new process developed by the laboratory for a finished product (baby foods) and succeeds in setting up a plant. The case also discusses the types of difficulties the company has had ... More

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Authors: Raghavachari, M;

Reference No: QM0018 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: This case illustrates the technique of solving a transport problem involving two warehouses and several destinations. This involves optimizing based on two different criteria. This case illustrates the transportation problem in linear programming. ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0071 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: The case involves the students in a realistic situation wherein they have to understand the consumption behaviour and buying pattern of the consumers with regard to bread, and develop a distribution plan for a large public sector bakery set up in Ahmedabad, keeping fully in view the types of retail ... More

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Authors: Balachandra, R;

Reference No: PROD0059 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: This is an introductory case that describes in general terms the basic elements of a production system as existing at facility of a mass producer of garments. ... More

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Authors: Balachandra, R;

Reference No: PROD0056 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: This is an exercise in network construction. ... More

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Authors: Haynes, Warren W;

Reference No: ECO0066(B) Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: Deals with the issue of compensation as a result of nationalization of the air transport industry. The various schemes for compensation considered by the Government of India are mentioned in the case. The case is used for encouraging the student to appraise the fairness or otherwise of the schene adoped ... More

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Authors: Balachandra, R; Parameswaran, K V;

Reference No: PROD0063 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: This is an integrated case about a small business enterprise that manufactures plastic consumer items. It provides sufficient scope for improving the company's production operations as well as for developing the strategy that should be followed by this company. ... More

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Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

Reference No: PROD0057(A) Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: The case explains the way a company has prepared its plans for developing and introducing a new product to the market. It highlights the difficulties it had to face while going through the technological change, i.e., applied research, development, marketing and after?sales service. It also highlights the need ... More

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Authors: Parameswaran, K V; Hegde, B K;

Reference No: PROD0005 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: The production director wants to review the company's incentive scheme. The case gives the history and nature of the scheme in detail. The student is required to point out the merits and defects of the scheme and suggest suitable improvements. ... More

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Authors: Patel, D A;

Reference No: CMA0146 Pages: 11 Published on: 4, April, 1968

Abstract: This is an integrated case on seed input. It deals with the issues on 1) planning for seed production 2) procurement certification of seed, 3) marketing of seed, 4) channelising the agricultural credit supply to the farmers for introducing new seeds. The case is composed over various issues faced y the planners implementors at ... More

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Authors: Gupta, V K; Narayanan, A V S;

Reference No: CMA0161 Pages: 10 Published on: 6, November, 1968

Abstract: Summarizes the history of a small ready-mixed cattle feed plant planned as part of the ICD project. It refers to the conception and implementation of the cattle feed factory and its paralised nature of operations. It emphasizes the effect of initial administration of project planning, the nature of the practical ... More

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