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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: Varshneya, K L; Haynes, Warren W;

Reference No: QM0035(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1969

Abstract: The case deals with the suitability of a costing system for a small manufacturer who needs costing information on practically all types of business decisions. However, an elaborate costing system is expensive and involves a lot of record-keeping. The case facilitates discussion on installing the costing system. ... 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: 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: Gupta, V K;

Reference No: CMA0176(A) Pages: 11 Published on: 5, September, 1969

Abstract: This case is on organisation building in a firm which is operating under highly dynamic market conditions. It relates to building up of a procurement organization which is the key to successful operations of a rice mill. The questions raised are what makes an organization viable, what are the skills ... More

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Authors: Desai, D K;

Reference No: CMA0184 Pages: 17 Published on: 20, November, 1969

Abstract: This case shows how cash flow statements can be prepared and could be used in capital budgeting techniques in pesticides industry. ... More

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Authors: Desai, D K;

Reference No: CMA0181(B) Pages: 2 Published on: 20, November, 1969

Abstract: This case shows how the linear programming technique is used for cost minimization purposes in agro-industries. ... More

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Authors: Kulkarni, G R;

Reference No: BP0030(B) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: Describes the events subsequent to the establishment of the rayon tyre cord factory referred to in case (A) (BP0030). The company faces problems of shortage of demand, competition from other producers, pricing difficulties, and the emergence of substitutes through the application of superior technology. The case, therefore, raises issues of ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C;

Reference No: MAR0088 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: A small machine shop is facing the problem of developing a source of supply for castings needed for cylinder liners for an automobile company. Important factors to be considered are price, quality and regularity of supply. There are three possible sources, but their past records on the three factors are ... More

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Authors: Bhandari, Labdhi R; Nanda, D A;

Reference No: MAR0147 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: The brand share of the major product of the company is threatened as a result of heavy incentives offered to consumers by the competitors. The situation requires an immediate decision on the strategy the company should follow to protect its market share. The case can be used with both a ... More

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Authors: Varshneya, K L;

Reference No: F&A0184(B) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: Mr. Sahney, Vice President (Finance), has been considering what his recommendations to the President should be, regarding the sales manager's proposal, of relaxing the credit terms, to augment the sales of farm machinery, especially since the plant has been operating below capacity. The case brings out the contribution approach to ... More

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Authors: Kulkarni, G R;

Reference No: BP0029 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1970

Abstract: A large diversified industrial organization whose main business is in textiles considers a proposal to acquire a "sick" textile mill in Ahmedabad. Financial data has been provided about the sick mill, and the case includes two reports submitted to top management on the merits of the proposal, one by an ... More

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