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: CMA0043(A)Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The case covers the attempts made by the State Government in finalizing its plan for a period of five-years. The Working Committee appointed by the Government considers the availability of resources and resource allocation and the steps to be taken for implementing the Plan. ... More
Reference No: CMA0404TEC Pages: 3Published on: 27, August, 1976
Abstract: In this note information is given with regard to the number, organizational structure, and functions of new credit agencies which are being organized for rural areas. ... 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
Reference No: PROD0032Pages: 37 Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: A large printing press employing about six hundred persons is operating like a service organization for a state government. There is a large backlog of orders in some sections of the press, whereas some other sections are having excess capacity. The management is working under several constraints, particularly under several ... More
Reference No: CMA0069Pages: 7Published on: 21, February, 1966
Abstract: The case deals with policy decisions on fertilizer distribution arrangement in a setting where agricultural production is of great importance where it depends on adequate and timely distribution of fertilizers together with necessary credit arrangements. ... More
Reference No: BP0333Pages: 30Published on: 28, May, 2010
Abstract: This case, "One Mission, Multiple Roads: Aravind Eyecare System in 2009" is a sequel to the earlier case, "Aravind Eyecare System: Giving Them the Most Precious Gift" (BP 0299). It describes the new challenges facing AECS in 2009. It presents the strategic choices facing a mission driven organization like AECS. For its future ... More
Reference No: P&IR0125TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This note summarizes the conclusions drawn by some scholars regarding the influence of the traditional norms of Indian society on the behaviour and attitudes of Indian managers. ... More
Reference No: PSG0120(B)Pages: 21Published on: 8, February, 2015
Abstract: This case should be taught after (A) case. This case study discusses how the stakeholders of the (A) can sit together can discuss prepare first the activities of the project, draw the network diagram, develop a critical path. The discussion further proceeds when these stakeholders through the discussion develop risk ... More
Reference No: PROD0033Pages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case is about the use of statistical control charts for controlling day?to?day finished stock inventories in an automobile manufacturing company. It highlights the fact that control charts can help in identifying other areas and problems and in solving them. ... More
Reference No: CMA0554Pages: 35Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This is a chapter of a proposed book on management in agricultural system. It discusses the concept of agribusiness and gives a comparison of agribusiness between developing and developed countries. In the end it discusses a case study of agricultural system in India with special emphasis on agribusiness. ... More
Reference No: CMA0378Pages: 4Published on: 27, September, 1975
Abstract: The case deals with the application of linear programming in the procurement, processing, disposal of paddy keeping in view market fluctuations of prices and storage availability. ... More
Reference No: ECO0257TECPages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note deals with the following questions: (a) Why technological, particularly biological, innovations are needed in agriculture? (b) What contributions does technology make to growth in agricultural productivity? What public investment is needed to develop new technology? (c) How do these contributions of technology compare with the contributions of extending ... More
