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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: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0261(C) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: Relates to description of findings and action recommendations following the preparation and initial analysis of data [presented in Case (B) (MAR0261(B))]. Issues raised relate to drawing of inferences out of analysis of data; combining inferences from several studies; deriving action recommendations from findings; and evaluation of findings and recommendations. ... More

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Authors: Jaikumar, V;

Reference No: F&A0350 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: The case deals with the problem of deciding which product is to be produced and which department is to operate in order to minimize cost. Although no probabilities are introduced, the full solution requires working out relationships of output quantities with input quantities and input prices. ... 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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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: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0359 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1982

Abstract: The case has three objectives: 1) to give students practice in identifying relevant flows in the context of capital investment decisions; 2) to understand the process of computing NPV, IRR and payback; and 3) to see the impact of cash flow timing and inflation on investment criteria such as IRR and NPV. ... More

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Authors: V Raghunathan; Barua, Samir K;

Reference No: F&A0353 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1982

Abstract: The case is meant to illustrate the basic concepts of inventory management. Some knowledge of EOQ is necessary. It throws light on variable lead times, discount on items purchased, and the two systems of managing inventory?the continuous review and the periodic review systems. ... More

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