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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: Bhattacharyya, S K; Jaikumar, V;

Reference No: F&A0094(B) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: The company, which has been valuing closing stock at sales value, switches over to valuation at direct costs. After a few years, it goes back to its original method of valuing stocks. In the class, the effects of changeover are assessed; the real reasons why the company made the switchovers ... More

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Authors: Goyal, R C; Verma, K K;

Reference No: P&IR0023 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: Describes the tactics and strategies used by professional union leaders in motivating the workers in a plant to organize a union under very adverse circumstances; the union becomes a force to reckon with. The case brings out the role of leaders in organizing a union. ... More

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Authors: Pathak, H N;

Reference No: ECO0151 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: The case discusses the difficulty experienced by a fertilizer manufacturing unit in Western India. The main difficulty is relating to the irregular supply of two raw materials which are to be used in a fixed proportion. As a result of the above capacity utilization remains at a low level. The ... More

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Authors: Haynes, Warren W;

Reference No: ECO0068 Pages: 24 Published on: 1, January, 1968

Abstract: The case examines a strike in a public sector undertaking. It highlights issues such as recognition of unions, recruitment policies, interunion rivalry and effect of central and state labour laws. It is used to familiarize students with the variety of problems involved in industrial relations situations. ... 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: 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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Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

Reference No: PROD0073(B) Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1969

Abstract: Brings out problems in areas like purchase, sales, finance and manpower planning which always come up together with research and development problems. Also illustrates how the task force concept can be used successfully in achieving the targets in spite of all these problems. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0116 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1969

Abstract: Deals with the problems involved in formulating and implementing budgets for repairs and maintenance. The main issues are 1) alternative ways of classification of R&M costs say, into minor and major, routine and non routine, preventive and curative, etc. 2) the criteria for such classifications, and 3) the utility of such classifications ... More

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Authors: Nambudiri, C N S;

Reference No: BP0028 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1969

Abstract: A large company is considering an investment for setting up a new foundry and workshop replacing the old workshop and foundry that had existed for a long time. The new manager, a younger son, is called upon to make the final decision as to what is to be done regarding ... More

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Authors: Saha, Jahar;

Reference No: QM0038 Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1969

Abstract: Deals with equipment replacement decisions. The problem is whether an old piece equipment should be replaced by new equipment. ... More

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Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

Reference No: PROD0073(A) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1969

Abstract: The case highlights the way a company could use to its advantage a new technology for fighting recession. How this company succeeded in procuring export orders in the face of stiff competition is discussed. It also illustrates how a company can meet time limits by using its technological strength. The ... More

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Authors: Goyal, R C;

Reference No: P&IR0028 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1969

Abstract: Union-management problems arise following the introduction of a grievance settlement procedure, even though it was done in pursuance of government policy and according to the rules laid down by the tripartite Indian Labour Conference. ... More

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