Reference No: PROD0195(A)Pages: 31Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: In 1984, IFFCO was invited by the Government of India to establish a gas?based fertilizer plant on the Hazira? Bijyapur?Jagdishpur pipeline. The case describes the company's Aonla Project and the steps taken by IFFCO's project staff to implement it. Information about the pipeline project is also given along with ... More
Reference No: MAR0082TECPages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: This is a comprehensive technical note based on material from published sources on the subject. The areas covered include relevant definitions, newproduct life cycle, and adoption stages. The note is illustrated by relevant charts and models and also gives a checklist for new industrial products. The note has been ... More
Reference No: PROD0252Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 2003
Abstract: The case presents the materials management issues related to a large hospital. Provides an opportunity to find a unified solution to issues related to materials function. The structure, co-ordination and processes can be also discussed to improve the effectiveness of material function. ... More
Reference No: MAR0265(D)TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Describes the sales management practices of a cross-section of Indian organizations. The decision areas about which actual illustrations of practices of specific organizations are: 1) allocation of tasks between own sales personnel and the distributors/dealers, 2) recruitment, training and development of sales personnel, 3) sales effort planning, target, quota setting, call norms, ... More
Reference No: PROD0189TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Discusses the estimation of cost in project situations at various points in time. Also discusses coding to facilitate reporting and control of costs, and the cost accounting procedure for the project situation. ... More
Reference No: CMHS0007Pages: 6Published on: 10, May, 2010
Abstract: Immunization is one of the cost effective interventions to prevent a series of major illnesses particularly in environments where children are undernourished and may die from preventable diseases. The status of child immunization is a good indicator of equity, accessibility and outreach of healthcare services. In India, the Universal Immunization ... More
Reference No: CMA0085Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: This case is on one of the aspects of functional management in dairying organisations viz. procurement. The specific aspect covered in this case is chilling of milk and its effect on reduction of sourage. An example of a village-level milk producers cooperative society is quoted. The incremental expenses of cooling ... More
Reference No: MAR0114TECPages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This note gives a detailed version of the functioning of the organization that is the central purchase organization of the Government of India and buys the major requirements of all ministries and departments of the central government. ... More
Reference No: MAR0325(D)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case focuses on the need for an effective Management Information System, especially for monitoring store performance in a retail chain. The key issues are: 1) Identifying key performance and decision areas, 2) Understanding the role and criticality of information processing, 3) Identifying performance indicators and 4) Specifying the systems required for the information ... More
Reference No: F&A0304Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Gives the actual material consumption for two products for two consecutive periods when the actual production also varies. Requires variance analysis, in an adapted way, for two periods. A combination of standards and past actuals are used to assess the current period's performance. ... More
Reference No: BP0026Pages: 38Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Presents, against the industrys background, the company's tactical decision to acquire aeroplanes for transporting newspapers, the history of the company and its leading position in the newspaper industry in India. The major focus of discussion is the inadequacy of the tactical move to take care of changes in customer characteristics. ... More
Reference No: CMA0587TECPages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This set of tables depicts the performance of rural credit, especially after the nationalization of fourteen major commercial banks in 1969. Different aspects of performance are covered. The idea is to train participants in reading various data, analysing it from different angles and arriving at meaningful conclusions. ... More
Reference No: CMHS0003Pages: 13Published on: 26, March, 2008
Abstract: The goal of reducing maternal mortality is tracked through the proportion of births to skilled attendants. Janani Evam Bal Suraksha Yojana in Bihar is an initiative in this direction. The current scheme provides cash incentives to all the mothers delivering in any government health facility. The scheme has contributed a ... More
Reference No: PROD0292Pages: 16Published on: 16, June, 2008
Abstract: Novire Technologies, an IT based logistics solutions provider, had introduced a new system called Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) which uses Global Positioning System to track vehicles. ABC Private Ltd (ABC), a cement manufacturing company, decided to try this system and went for a pilot study on five of its trucks. ... More
Reference No: CMA0348TEC Pages: 8Published on: 21, May, 1975
Abstract: The note reviews the basic economic concepts related to the analysis of production decisions. It introduces the reader to production functions and their analytical uses. ... More