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Authors: Nambudiri, C N S; Raman, K S;

Reference No: BP0055 Pages: 48 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Discusses the operational problems faced by the first company set up to manufacture complete bicycles in India; illustrates how the pricing policy (to fight competition from imported cycles) and higher wage structure became detrimental to the survival of the company; and brings out the policy of tariff protection and other ... More

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Authors: Sharan, Girja;

Reference No: CMA0313 Pages: 7 Published on: 24, July, 1974

Abstract: This case discusses the problem as to the decision whether an investment for expanding the production facilities through additional equipment and of labour is worthwhile for Kishore Bharat. ... More

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Authors: Sambrani, Shreekant;

Reference No: CMA0262 Pages: 12 Published on: 17, August, 1974

Abstract: An agro-chemicals firm is considering expanding the production of two of its major pesticides in powder form. It feels that the markets are located in the north west south-east parts of the country. The bulk of the products consists of filler material, which has to be transported for over 700 km. ... More

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Authors: Vyas, V S;

Reference No: CMA0274 Pages: 4 Published on: 14, September, 1974

Abstract: The case deals with the objectives and rationale of the input manufacturing firms collaborating in the area/sectional development programmes, the nature of schemes, the agencies with which collaboration may be sought, terms of collaboration, the problems of coordination. ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Subroto Sen;

Reference No: MAR0168 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: The case deals with the advertising strategy to be followed for L&T contactors. After explaining the market background and distribution system for the brand, the case gives information on competition and product development that are considered before the advertising and media strategy is decided. The debate centers around a ... More

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Authors: Kalro, A H;

Reference No: QM0052 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: This case deals with estimating credit needs and examining the relationship between the credit needs and the operational decisions of procurement, milling and sales. The optimal purchase, production and sales decisions can be made with the help of linear programming. ... More

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Authors: Mampilly, Paul;

Reference No: F&A0277 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: The case focuses on financial planning in the smallscale industry. Assessment of requirements of funds for providing facilities and for working, and the need for phasing out commitments inconsistent with economics and financial feasibility are discussed. The major bias is, however, on assessment of working capital and preparation of ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Arvind; Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0141 Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: AWC is a small company entering a market where heavy competition is anticipated in the near future. Because of the nature of the product, the potential market (domestic and export) is fairly large in size. However, the present size of the market is rather small. In such a setting, the ... More

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Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0071 Pages: 30 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: The case deals with a proposed pineapple-processing factory in Northeast India that was to be the largest of its kind when completed. The case sets out details of environmental constraints, procurement of raw material, investment analysis, and so on. A feasibility report by consultants supplemented by data from Indian ... More

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Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

Reference No: QM0060 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: This case describes the strategy for introducing a computer- based management information system in a large firm producing a single major product at several factories. ... More

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