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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0004 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case deals with issues relating to the impact of sales tax on marketing practices. Because of differential sales tax rates among the states, the company distributors from one state started selling goods to retailers and subdealers of other states even though the company had demarcated the areas. This ... More

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Authors: Borden, Neil H;

Reference No: MAR0018 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: In 1959, Mr. Vora's family, which has been in grain business, entered the business of processing and selling quick-cooking oats under the brand name Blossom. Even after effective improvements, sales remained sluggish and average below plant capacity. In spite of the losses, Mr. Vora was determined to succeed in this business. ... More

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Authors: Cohen, A R;

Reference No: OB0003(A) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: A description of the clerical staff of AIRTC job requirements, administrative setup, seating arrangements, and status factors. Students are to predict the emergent behaviour. ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Dalal, B C;

Reference No: MAR0039 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case deals with the problem faced by the sales management in deciding whether to drop a retail and wholesale agency. ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0013(J) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Dissatisfied with the system of distribution through stockists, the top management of the firm was considering whether it should replace this distribution system by its own distribution system. Criteria for evaluating alternative systems of distribution can be discussed effectively with the help of this case. ... More

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Authors: Pruthi, S P S;

Reference No: ECO0038 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case deals with the economic and legal implication of mergers of companies ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0012 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Describes various salesmen's incentive schemes. Arguments in favour and against group incentive versus individual incentive systems are put forward. The question as to whether the company should use a different incentive scheme for managers as compared to the salesmen is discussed. Problems of implementation of incentive schemes are highlighted. ... More

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Authors: Haynes, Warren W;

Reference No: ECO0001(E) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case involves the considerations for the purchase of Boeing 707s in order to remain in business in competition with other carriers. ... More

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Authors: Hegde, B K;

Reference No: PROD0006(B) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: This is an exercise in establishing a factory organization. Existing organization, duties and responsibilities assigned to supervisors, their past experience, education, salary levels, etc, are given in the case. Students are required to identify defects, suggest improvements, and recommend a suitable organization structure to achieve the targeted production programme. ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Dalal, B C;

Reference No: MAR0036(B) Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The case deals with the evolution of the advertising department of the company. ... More

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Authors: Pruthi, S P S;

Reference No: ECO0028(B) Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The case deals with a discussion of the classification of a dam as a plant for the purpose of depreciation allowance. ... More

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Authors: Varshneya, K L;

Reference No: F&A0066 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The manager of the firm analyses the working results of each of the manufacturing sections. The case deals with breakeven analysis, and its advantages and limitations. ... More

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Authors: Hegde, B K;

Reference No: PROD0006(A) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: A trading organization starts manufacturing some of the machine tools it was selling, and finds difficulty in meeting the delivery schedules. The case highlights the need for inventory control, raw material standardization, establishment of operation standards, reorganization of functions, and other systems and procedures. A good deal of data on ... More

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Authors: Bolar, Malathi;

Reference No: P&IR0067(A) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The case describes the attempts made by the mill owner's son to streamline the personnel functions of the company. The case lends itself to a discussion on introduction of change and personnel management as well as a more intensive discussion on selection, training, appraisal and organization for personnel management. ... More

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