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Authors: Gupta, V K;

Reference No: CMA0396 Pages: 17 Published 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

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Authors: Gupta, V K;

Reference No: CMA0422(C)TEC Pages: 22 Published on: 23, December, 1976

Abstract: Deals with different aspects of processing. ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0128TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with the use of a process chart called "gang process chart" for improving the method when a group of workers is involved. The gang process chart helps to identify avoidable delays and movements in the process and also examine the possibilities of elimination/ combination of operations. The process being ... More

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Authors: Manendra Mohan;

Reference No: MAR0181(A) Pages: 6 Published 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

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0135TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This is a note dealing with the interaction between man and machine in a man?machine system. The productivity of such a system is primarily determined by the time required to complete a full cycle of operations. In order to improve the productivity of such a system, recording the cycle ... More

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Authors: Kalro, A H; Issac, Akkanad M; Narayanan, N;

Reference No: QM0104 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with the problem of establishing the aggregate production capacity of a small ceramics shop which manufactures a variety of ceramic articles. The case describes the production process, including the equipment used, and details of the various products manufactured (such as the number of articles per set, sizes, weights, number ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0306 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Presents a problem in sales variance analysis. Total sales variance can be analyzed into price, quantity, and mix variances. Raises a special problem concerning quantity variance when the sales department sells more than what is produced. The variances can be worked out in three different units?revenue, profit, and contribution. ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0126TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with incentive schemes in a large firm producing fertilizers. The variety of jobs prevailing in such a firm makes the designing of suitable incentive schemes quite complex. The case primarily involves evaluation of group incentive schemes and incentives computation for workers in different groups. ... More

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Authors: Mote, V L; Saha, Jahar;

Reference No: QM0096(A) Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case starts with the questions of product profitability and increases price of certain products. The questions arise because the company was consistently using money. The problem therefore is how to improve the profitability of the company. It is unviable without price increase. If, 'no' what should be the product ... More

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Authors: Murthy, A S N; Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0130 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with problems in statistical quality control, especially process control and acceptance sampling, in a large engineering company. ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C;

Reference No: MAR0167 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case deals with product line evaluation of a mediumsized distributor of consumer durables. Performance of the product lines carried is evaluated using three different criteria, namely, gross profit, percentage profit margin, and return on investment. An attempt is made to demonstrate the superiority of ROI criterion over the ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0133TEC Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with the use of the time study technique for setting up time standards of repetitive and reasonably short?cycle operations. The specific operation in question is a core?making operation in a foundry. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0303 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with a problem in material cost variance. Requires computation of price, mix and yield variances. ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0124TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Involves the application of systematic layout techniques for a plastic bags manufacturing plant. It focuses on the understanding of the principal steps required for the use of the technique. Development of several alternative plans and their evaluation are envisaged. ... More

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