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Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

Reference No: QM0154 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This case is concerned with setting up a relational data base management system for a hypothetical but realistic application. The application is to provide a query answering capability for a teaching institute for students, grades, courses and instructors. ... More

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Authors: Misra, D N; Bhatt, Anil;

Reference No: BP0166 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Discusses the gap between the prescribed structures and the actual processes taking place in a government undertaking, and the styles adopted by the principal actors to respond to this anomaly. Also raises questions about the consequences of such a gap for the individuals concerned and the system of government corporation. ... More

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Authors: Giridhar, G;

Reference No: PSG0015TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: The comprehensive model family planning clinics (CMFPC) are the only service units offering some specialized services. However there are other clinics outside FPAI system offering similar services. Therefore, some doubts have been raised by FPAI volunteers about the cost effectiveness of CMFPCs. The note outlines the activities of CMFPCs, including ... More

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Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0149TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This is a technical note that introduces the concept of relevant costs for decisionmaking. Examples are provided. ... More

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Authors: Murthy, Nirmala;

Reference No: PSG0013TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Saraspur PHC, under the control of the District Health Officer (DHO), was showing poor performance in all programmes. Moreover, its performance was deteriorating every month. This surprised the DHO, for so far Saraspur had registered average performance. Recently, it had been taken over by the regional training centre as a ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Tirath; Maslekar, A R; Deepinder, Mohan;

Reference No: CMA0490 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Deals with a hot arid region where a shift in land use from annual to tree crops could be advantageous to the individual land owners and to the community as a whole. Six tree species suitable for the region have been identified. Grasses are also proposed to be raised in ... More

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Authors: Moulik, T K;

Reference No: CMA0476 Pages: 5 Published on: 9, July, 1979

Abstract: Describes the traditional business practices in the unorganized/decentralized handloom sector with special reference to the master-weavers system. The managerial need to protect the human needs of the weavers through organization interventions are the basic issues raised in the case. ... More

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Authors: Vyas, V S;

Reference No: CMA0386 Pages: 10 Published on: 13, December, 1979

Abstract: Gambhirpura Collective Farming Society was formed in 1953. Within two years, the society ran into problems. In the general body meeting, the Chairman listed the problems faced by the society and stated that the members could improve their economic conditions if they could identify an operational solution to involve all the ... More

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Authors: Sah, D C; Ranade, C G;

Reference No: CMA0527 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: Presents the developmental and promotional role of institutional lending agencies in agricultural projects, and highlights the limitations of projects prepared by them at the formulation and implementation stages. ... More

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Authors: Soundar Rajan, T K; Satia, J K;

Reference No: PROD0158TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: This note basically deals with an overall production requirement planning. All aspects of production planning are viewed from an information systems viewpoint. A structure for production planning and control is formulated and the key decision areas are indicated. ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0168 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: Deals with the problem of balancing assembly lines under variable element times and seasonal, fluctuating demand requirements. ... More

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Authors: Gupta, Tirath; Patel, G A; Ranade, C G;

Reference No: CMA0525 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: The case presents problems arising out of multi-agency approach in a big project. ... More

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Authors: Govindarajan, V;

Reference No: F&A0345 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: Deals with management control in a discretionary expense centre. The setting is the company's legal department. ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0166TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: This problem deals with the methodology of finding a minimum cost acceptance-sampling plan where the relevant costs are the cost of inspection and the cost of undetected defectives. Sampling is by attributes. ... More

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