Reference No: CMA0396Pages: 17Published on: 15, March, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with the problems in milk procurement by the cooperative milk producers union. To improve the present milk procurement system, an alternative system was developed for achieving maximum operational efficiency. ... More
Reference No: CMA0360TECPages: 5Published on: 1, June, 1976
Abstract: The idea of cooperative farming was increasingly favoured during the First Plan. By mid-1950s there was clear recognition that the cooperative farming was an answer to the question of reorganizing agricultural production. But, the experience of cooperative farming revealed a number of shortcomings. Soon it became clear that, in ... More
Reference No: CMA0369Pages: 13Published on: 12, October, 1976
Abstract: Discusses the administrative arrangements processes associated with plant protection demonstration programme under the intensive agricultural district programme. It reveals the problems faced by a crop protection officer who is responsible for planning, formulation, implementation of plant protection scheme. ... More
Reference No: CMA0405Pages: 25Published on: 12, October, 1976
Abstract: This case deals with the problems and processes involved in planning and implementation of a scheme known as "key village scheme". The basic objective of this scheme was rapid multiplication of farm-bred bulls in the breeding tracts for meeting the acute shortage of high-quality of bulls. The case gives the ... More
Reference No: CMA0415(F)TEC Pages: 27Published on: 1, December, 1976
Abstract: Discusses the organizational setup for research and extension for wheat commodity. Research programmes and activities initiated during post-Independence era are comprehensively dealt with. Finally, an attempt is made to study the contribution of various programmes and activities in production, marketing and processing of wheat. ... More
Reference No: PROD0123TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with the use of work sampling for setting up output standards in a packing?cum?shipping department. As a variety of cartons/boxes are involved, time study may be impractical. Work sampling study can be conveniently used for setting up the standards. ... More
Reference No: QM0120Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Describes the problem of traffic congestion at a busy crossing in Ahmedabad. Data has been provided on the pattern of arrival of different modes of transport from different directions at the square. Issues arising out of heterogeneity in modes of transportation are raised and alternative ways of resolving this problem ... More
Reference No: MAR0165Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Describes the experience of a consumer who buys a toaster, covering prepurchase, purchase decision and postpurchase stages. The problems of consumers in buying and using a product as well as getting aftersales service are illustrated. The case brings out several issues concerning the protection of consumer interests ... More
Reference No: PSG0025Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case is based on an interview with the organizing secretary of the Lodhi branch of Family Planning Association where he relates his functions, the methods of data collection and record keeping, the evaluation system for the branch, the flexibility the branches enjoy vis-a-vis selection of projects, the criteria of ... More
Reference No: PROD0130TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Explains the use of the process chart and assembly process chart in the study of a transformation process involving complex flow of products and subassemblies. Process chart is a powerful tool having applications in method improvement programme, layout of plant facilities, etc. By recording the flow of materials, products, etc, ... More
Reference No: F&A0312(B)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Gives additional information on losses to correct the accounting treatment followed in Case (A), where losses are ignored. Introduces the concepts of standard loss, abnormal loss, and abnormal gain. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process. ... More
Reference No: MAR0181(A)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This is basically an illustrative note dealing with the development of marketing information system for a product like agricultural chemicals. The case is intended to stimulate concepts and ideas on evolving a marketing information system for a product which has the characteristics of both industrial and consumer products, as far ... More