Reference No: QM0237EXPages: 7Published on: 23, February, 1995
Abstract: The case deals with the optimum procurement and allocation plan of explosives for various subsidiaries of Coal India Limited (CIL). Explosives, an expensive input, play a crucial role in the process of coal mining. A good amount of money is also spent on its transportation. Taking into account the locations ... More
Reference No: PROD0228(A)Pages: 8Published on: 23, February, 1995
Abstract: This case provides information about Lotus Thread Company Limited (LTCL); about the past and present company situation, production range, manufacturing process, regional sales, competition with other manufacturers, sales and production planning, dispatch planning and inventory. This case is helpful in examining the various decision areas related to logistics, as would ... More
Reference No: BP0233Pages: 22Published on: 10, March, 1995
Abstract: The case provides industry data on pesticides which can be used to do competitor analysis of the industry. It also covers the origin and early stage operations of a small scale pesticides manufacturing unit. The case can be used to make industry structure analysis and formulation of strategy for newly ... More
Reference No: MAR0307(A)Pages: 13Published on: 10, May, 1995
Abstract: The case describes the initial efforts made by a medium sized manufacturer of engineering equipment to enter international markets. The product-market choice and the experience of breaking into the first foreign market in Malaysia are described in some detail. ... More
Reference No: PROD0231TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, October, 1995
Abstract: This note introduces the issues related to managing supply chains. It discusses the managerial constructs in Supply Chain Management and highlights operational problems associated with coordinating activities across different entities in a supply chain. ... More
Reference No: CMA0729TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: This note discusses the pre and post-reform performance of the agricultural sector with a view to assess the latter's strategy to depend more on (barter) terms of trade for its growth. It shows that this strategy has deteriorated the growth in non-price factors as well as in agricultural production and ... More
Reference No: CMA0751TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: This note after describing seed growers and organizers identifies the need for their training for smooth implementation of seed production programme by a seed enterprise. The focus is to develop skills for the quality seed production. ... More
Reference No: MAR0307(B)Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The case describes the situation of an Indian company that has successfully supplied chlorine containers, manufactured according to British specifications, to a buyer in Malaysia. The same buyer has a requirement for ammonia containers and has been using ammonia containers manufactured according to Japanese specifications. The company has to decide ... More
Reference No: CMA0746Pages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: This case gives the detailed plan for launching a seed business and raising bank loan for the venture. The focus of discussion is the overall feasibility of the venture with emphasis on technical and financial viability. ... More
Reference No: CMA0756Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The case reflects on the problems of a large tomato paste plant in the raw material procurement from contract growers. The company is confronted with the constraints of international tomato paste price and high domestic prices of tomato due to demand supply gap. The focus is to develop a strategy ... More
Reference No: CMA0737TECPages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The note describe the salient features of the national project on biogas development. The strategies of implementing the project by two nodal a agencies are examined to assess their impact on the development of the Biogas programmer among the rural communities.
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Reference No: CMA0754Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The case deals with the problems of a green tea leaves (GTL) processing factory where the farmers are asking for a higher price of GTL. The issue is to evolve a long term strategy to ensure regular flow of GTL at a reasonable price such that farmers maximize returns from ... More
Reference No: CMA0733TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The note deals with market constraints faced by the rears in the disposal of the cocoon in the major silk producing area. Subsequently, the rears formed a cooperative processing unit for relating silk yarn and its disposal. The performance of the society is assessed in terms of pooling the cocoons ... More
