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Authors: Bhatnagar, S C; Kaul, Mohan;

Reference No: QM0137(A) Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Describes the existing document flow and reports generated through the computerized system. Includes comments on the usefulness of the existing systems, and defines problem areas. The case provides sufficient data for developing a gross design of a new computerized system. ... More

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Authors: Menon, C D;

Reference No: OB0056(A) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: A personnel manager begins a casual statistical analysis of absenteeism. ... More

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Authors: Anantaram, B; Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0118 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case shows the use of an uncertainty model for optimizing interest payments on short-term borrowings, including bank overdrafts. The use of computer database is also illustrated. ... More

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Authors: Bhatnagar, S C; Kaul, Mohan;

Reference No: QM0137(B) Pages: 22 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Describes information requirements and reporting formats for the situation described in Case (A) QM0137(A). The rationale for some reports is discussed, and some changes in documents and their flows are suggested. The computer configuration available for implementing the new system is provided for a detailed design of the new ... More

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Authors: Prasad, R Venkataramana; Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0136 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Presents the decision problems encountered in setting up a stall at the funfair organized at IIMA. Customers had tries at dropping a coin into a bowl kept inside a bucket of water. Given several hypotheses on the nature of uncertainties (probability of successes and number of customers), issues on ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0235 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case deals with a large consumer panel (more than 5,000 families) operations. The Textiles Committee, Bombay, is operating this panel on a continuous basis. Executives of a group of textile mills have been considering how they use the information generated by the Textiles Committee. It requires evaluation of panel operation, ... More

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Authors: Misra, Pranesh; Garg, J M; Raghavachari, M;

Reference No: QM0144 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Deals with the design, collection, and analysis of data. The preference of IIMA students for certain types of magazines forms the basic theme of the case. Application of proper statistical techniques is stressed. ... More

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Authors: Sah, D C; ;

Reference No: CMA0456 Pages: 17 Published on: 17, December, 1977

Abstract: The case describes the genesis of the Intensive Agricultural District Programme (IADP), introduced in 1960-61, covering programme objectives and strategy, and organizational design proposed under the programme. Based on empirical data, the case further provides the organizational structure as in operation in two districts. ... More

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Authors: Gupta, V K;

Reference No: CMA0440 Pages: 9 Published on: 27, July, 1977

Abstract: The case deals with the problems of organizational structure for family planning and health services in UP. It discusses the areas of decentralization in relation to planning and control, keeping in view task typology. ... More

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