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Authors: Varshneya, K L; Reynolds, J;

Reference No: BP0014(B) Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: The second case in this series, case (B) (BP0015) describes the policy making and operating organization of the dairy and raises the question of whether it requires change or improvement in light of the dairys objectives and the losses which it is sustaining. ... More

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Authors: Chowdhry, Kamla;

Reference No: P&IR0017(A) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: The case deals with the problems of succession in an expanding organization, the way the Chairman handles the problem, and the reorganization involved. At another level, it deals with problems of authority and peer relationships. ... More

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Authors: Paul, S;

Reference No: ECO0011(A) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: This case, which is the first in the series, gives background information on the problem, the problem itself, and the report of Analyst (A) on the demand for electric motors. The company was interested in taking up manufacture of electric motors as a new line of business and example the ... More

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Authors: Pathak, H N;

Reference No: ECO0071(A) Pages: 30 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: The case discusses Tata Iron and Steel Company's decision to expand the output of steel to 2 million tonnes in 1956. It involves all the relevant micro and macrolevel factors such as government policy, project planning, technological change, return on investment, etc. ... More

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Authors: Varshneya, K L; Kuchhal, S C;

Reference No: F&A0006(B) Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: Describes a borrowing company's decision on the terms of loan proposed to be sanctioned by a financial corporation. ... More

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Authors: Goyal, R C;

Reference No: P&IR0041 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: Describes the difficulties in taking disciplinary action against a factory worker,dismissed for being caught red-handed by the law, and the delay involved. ... More

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Authors: Subramaniam, S;

Reference No: QM0006 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: Deals with a make-or-buy decision involving the purchase of a particular brand/type of box-making machine. ... More

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Authors: Mote, V L;

Reference No: QM0001(I) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: Describes the procedures followed for deciding the selling price of a job order. What price should the company quote for getting the business? ... More

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Authors: Reynolds, J;

Reference No: BP0012 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: Manager must decide future company policy on export of a commodity where two government units (state and national) have followed fluctuating restirictive policies regarding exports. ... More

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Authors: Rao, N N Venkata; Paul, S;

Reference No: ECO0128 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: Requires the preparation of a forecast of electric fan sales for 1966 in Ahmedabad for the company, using simple lead indicators. ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0067 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: The case gives the proposal of a research agency for a national sample survey. Participants are expected to evaluate the proposed sampling design for the study. The problems of identifying relevant sample frames, and questions about the implication of using alternative sample frames in terms of underrepresentation or wastage ... More

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Authors: Paul, S;

Reference No: ECO0065(A) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: Concerns the problem of assessing the impact of certain governmental policies on the cost structure and pricing policy of a cable company. As a result of the devalua?tion of the rupee and the policy of import liberaliza?tion, it was expected that industries would be able to utilize their ... More

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Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

Reference No: PROD0031 Pages: 37 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: The increasing cost of maintenance of the company's large generating station is worrying the management. The case describes maintenance planning and control procedures in all its different sections, viz. boiler houses, turbine sections, cooling towers, etc. The budgets and cost control procedures are also given. The student is required to ... More

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Authors: Paul, S;

Reference No: ECO0018 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: The case Concerns the small car investment project about which the Government of India was to announce a decision in 1955. The problem was: In view of the existing idle capacity in the indigenous industry, and the foreign exchange shortage, was the decision to go ahead with a new Small car ... More

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