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Authors: Govindarajan, V;

Reference No: F&A0345 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: Deals with management control in a discretionary expense centre. The setting is the company's legal department. ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0164 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: The case deals with the design of an optimal preventive maintenance cycle for a machine with a pre?specified preventive maintenance schedule and breakdown pattern. The aim is to develop a cycle that will minimize expected cost of preventive maintenance and breakdown repairs per period. ... More

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Authors: Jaikumar, V;

Reference No: F&A0341 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: Raises the issue of the impact on production when an item is repeatedly produced because of the increasing efficiency of workers due to learning (or experience). ... More

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Authors: Patel, Nitin R; Anantaram, B;

Reference No: QM0151 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: This case is intended to introduce the relevance of linear programming models to short?term production decisions in the handloom sector. It also facilitates discussion of objectives that may be in conflict, such as employment maximization and profit maximization. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0338 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: An introductory case in internal auditing. The role and the detailed duties and responsibilities of the internal audit department are described. The department's utility and effectiveness are the issues for discussion. ... More

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Authors: Shukla, P R; Thomas, P S;

Reference No: PROD0171 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: CPCL is a joint sector firm set up with Japanese collaboration to produce acrylic plastic using the by?product of a petrochemical complex??a highly poisonous gas??as a key raw material. Although the manufacturing process was sound, the company was beset with a number of problems during its two? ... More

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0348 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: Describes the capital budgeting process followed by one of the largest companies in India - TISCO. It gives an account of the practical aspects of investment analysis. The difficulties in using the sophisticated investment techniques are also highlighted. ... More

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Authors: Verma, Pramod;

Reference No: P&IR0147(A) Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: Refers to the preparations made by a union for negotiating a new wage agreement. Case (A) deals with collection of data by the union. Case (B) P&IR0147(B) shows how the union obtains the help of a group of academicians in analyzing and interpreting the data with a view ... More

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Authors: Wadhva, C D;

Reference No: ECO0277 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: This case deals with the evolution and growth of the export business of a smallscale unit within the context of the overall business policy of the organization. It focuses on the costs and benefits of the exporting activity and also on the organizational aspects of splitting up the family ... More

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