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Authors: Hegde, B K;

Reference No: PROD0048 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Requires decision?making in terms of (a) shop layout (foundry), (b) material handling, (c) equipment utilization (cupola and crane), (d) distribution and sequencing of work between skilled and unskilled workers, (e) quality of work,( f) multi?shift working, etc. Students are required to make an integrative analysis and come out ... More

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Authors: Copen, M R;

Reference No: PROD0013(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Capacity planning is the step subsequent to forecasting the future sales pattern. The note discusses how to find out the plant sizes and their time phasing so that the demand is satisfied at minimum cost. The total cost is discounted to first period. ... More

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Authors: Pruthi, S P S;

Reference No: ECO0030TEC Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The note contains an exhaustive statement of the current procedures regarding the establishment of industries, regulation governing the capital issue import of capital goods and foreign collaboration. The note servers as a background reading material for "The Atul products Ltd." ... More

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Authors: Mote, V L;

Reference No: QM0015 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Demonstrates the use of relevant costs in a decision problem and the application of the theory of queues in deciding man-machine allocation. In solving the problems posed, it should be ensured that the class understands the exhibits. ... More

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Authors: Dalal, B C;

Reference No: MAR0028 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Procurement of a controlled item which is sold in the open market and the implications of this procurement policy on company planning are discussed. ... More

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Authors: Halse, Michael;

Reference No: CMA0012 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: An explanation of the working of a big milk supply scheme in India and an evaluation of the various objectives to be considered by administrators and managers. ... More

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Authors: Nambudiri, C N S;

Reference No: PROD0021 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The case deals with decisions to be taken for drawing up a wage payment plan for a proposed tyre manufacturing plant. The focus is on the types of policy decisions that must be made and the systems and types of information required for determining wage levels and wage rates for ... More

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Authors: Hegde, B K;

Reference No: PROD0006(B) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: This is an exercise in establishing a factory organization. Existing organization, duties and responsibilities assigned to supervisors, their past experience, education, salary levels, etc, are given in the case. Students are required to identify defects, suggest improvements, and recommend a suitable organization structure to achieve the targeted production programme. ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Dalal, B C;

Reference No: MAR0036(A) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The case deals with purchase of imported items by an authorized agent and the implications of government policy on the planning of the company. ... More

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Authors: Patel, S M;

Reference No: CMA0033 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The superintending engineer reviews the lack of progress made by a project to bring more land under irrigation and tries to isolate the factors responsible. ... More

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Authors: Copen, M R; Nambudiri, C N S;

Reference No: PROD0017(B) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The case deals with work simplification and man?machine analysis to determine the best procedure for increasing capacity and organizing work routine to mould plastic box covers. ... More

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Authors: Patel, S M;

Reference No: CMA0029 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: Technical experts of a cooperative sugar factory discusses the alternative methods of spraying insecticides on sugarcane enmass to find out the best course of action. ... More

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Authors: Copen, M R;

Reference No: PROD0013(B) Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The manager is thinking of dropping a product because of growing price competition. The production controller and the secretary feel that the product is not profitable and requires too much time. The plant is running below capacity. ... More

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Authors: Hegde, B K;

Reference No: PROD0010 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: The partners of a firm are not sure of the firm's financial position for meeting the expansion plan and competition. The partners are keen on identifying major problem areas, fixing priorities, and remedying the situation. The case gives in detail the present working of the firm, and students are required ... More

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