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Authors: Singh, Amarjeet; Srivastava, U K;

Reference No: CMA0571(A) Pages: 29 Published on: 1, January, 1983

Abstract: The union is a loss-making unit of a state corporation. Each division claims to operate best. The case depicts overall management and marketing systems. It establishes the linkages between various departments and costing systems. The effect of costing systems and price policy raises issues of management and linkages. ... More

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Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Dixit, M R; Bhat, Ramesh; Maheshwari, Sunil Kumar;

Reference No: MAR0383 Pages: 14 Published on: 14, July, 2006

Abstract: Abstract The case describes locations, facilities, infrastructure, market, manpower, customer profile, competition and performance of one training and experimentation outlet. It also describes different types of experiments (operations, service, and customer related) conducted at the outlet. Outlet in-charge / sales officer is faced with the issues of deciding what research/ experiments ... More

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Authors: Manikutty, S; Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0171 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1984

Abstract: The Damodar Valley Corporation was set up in 1948 and was modeled after the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) in USA. The Case describes the origin of the DVC idea, its setup, and its experiences in the first two decades of operations. The Case raises the interesting question of how DVC was ... More

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Authors: Yegneshwar, S;

Reference No: CISG0002TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1992

Abstract: Learning is a very general term encompassing a wide variety of activities and is, hence difficult to define. It has commonly been regarded as the process of assimilating knowledge leading to increased understanding, summarization of experience, or any process which helps improve performance over time. Machine learning is an area ... More

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Authors: Murthy, L S; Satia, J K;

Reference No: PROD0202 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1988

Abstract: Describes the inventory practices used by Madras Refineries with respect to crude and finished products (diesel, kerosene, aviation turbine fuel, etc.) inventory. The steps taken for managing inventory of crude are: continuous contact with suppliers, predicting availability of crude over a planning cycle, and taking corrective action in time. Close ... More

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Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

Reference No: PROD0026(A) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The case describes the application of PERT and CPM techniques to the project construction operations of a fertilizer plant in India. It indicates all the necessary steps, which must be taken before starting with the introduction of PERT, and how PERT helps in spotlighting troubles earlier. The student is expected ... More

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Authors: Soman, Chetan;

Reference No: PROD0302EX Pages: 2 Published on: 31, March, 2014

Abstract: India has witnessed a large number of stampedes at places of mass gatherings. The exercise is developed to illustrate the application of an operations management concept of inventory build-up diagram to analyse and manage crowd build-up at events/ venues effectively. Such analysis should be useful to facilities planners, administrators, and ... More

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Authors: Desai, D K;

Reference No: CMA0555(C) Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1982

Abstract: This case deals with the storage operation of milled rice in the monopsony procurement, processing, and distribution situation of the Paddy Marketing Board in Sri Lanka. The chairman has to decide whether he should go in for modern storage systems of silos or make do with the existing storage with ... More

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Authors: Ravichandran, N;

Reference No: PROD0266 Pages: 9 Published on: 26, April, 2004

Abstract: The central managerial and policy issue presented in the case to understand the implications of reconditioning time, inventory allocation policy, structure of the distribution system to the size of the float inventory as measured by appropriate service level. Such problems arise in a variety of situations. The case presents a ... More

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Authors: Dixit, M R;

Reference No: BP0354 Pages: 8 Published on: 25, January, 2013

Abstract: The case is based on an organization that is guided by the mission to help an under-privileged community. The strategy of the organization therefore is coloured by absence of concern for financial viablity. After becoming aware of the need to enhance operational efficiency, the CEO realizes that a re-engineering of ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

Reference No: CMA0685 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1989

Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data.  The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More

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Authors: Desai, Bhupat M; Namboodiri, N V;

Reference No: CMA0773EX Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1998

Abstract: This case deals with the paradox that the multipurpose activities enable some PACS to be viable and utility oriented, while others are neither viable nor utility oriented. This case seeks to find out whether differences in management, infrastructure, size and nature of the operation, etc. of the two PACS, could ... More

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Authors: Jain, Tarun; Pingali, Viswanath; Veda, V R; ;

Reference No: CMHS0050 Pages: 16 Published on: 23, February, 2026

Abstract: This case examines the multilayered emergency response to the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, which resulted in 260 fatalities. The narrative follows the initial hours through the subsequent weeks, centring on Civil Hospital as the operational hub for trauma care, mass fatality management, family assistance and public communication. ... More

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Authors: Varkkey, Biju; Joy, Roshni;

Reference No: P&IR0207 Pages: 22 Published on: 31, March, 2009

Abstract: The Indian Insurance Industry is facing tough times not only in the business front but also in attracting and retaining talent in the sales function. Aviva India had re-entered the Indian life insurance market in 1995, but started business operations a few years later. In addition to the bank assurance business ... More

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