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Authors: Ram Mohan, A V; Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0101(D) Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: The case deals with cost reduction measures through minimum utilization of raw material in a gasket making unit. The use of mathematical models and the need for information systems (linkages) can be illustrated through this series. The series has been designed to illustrate the process of identifying, formulating and solving ... More

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Authors: Mote, V L; Saha, Jahar; Shah, B G;

Reference No: QM0117(B) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The professors send a proforma in which data should be collected. The dalal expresses some doubts about the usefulness of the data requested. The professors clarify these doubts, and receive the data needed for the analysis. The case ends with all the information needed to make product-wise decisions for ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0312(B) Pages: 3 Published 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

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Authors: Prahalad, C K; Thomas, Philip S;

Reference No: BP0111(B) Pages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Details the steps taken by the new, part-time chairman of HPF during his "first hundred days" in office. ... More

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Authors: Prasad, Keshav;

Reference No: MAR0093 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This case describes the situation where the company is concerned about a specific definition of marketing problems relating to both opportunities and threats. The discussion will lead to specification of information needs and an approach to solve sample design problems. ... More

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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Mukhopadhyay, Sipra;

Reference No: MAR0162 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The last quarter of 1976 saw a price war breaking out in the electronic calculator industry. The case focuses on the pricing decisions faced by a new fictitious firm planning to enter the electronic calculator market. ... 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: PROD0134TEC Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Illustrates the use of the multiple activity chart for balancing the activities of multiple machines. The example involves dumpers and a shovel used in the construction of a parking lot. The chart is similarly useful for balancing the activities of multiple men and machines in a man?machine operating system. ... 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: 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: Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0087(B) Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This is a complementary case to the SAIL (A) case. While the (A) case describes the organization structure and systems of the holding company, (B) case describes the concerns of Parliament. (B) case can either be used along with the (A) case or in a separate session after the (A) ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0129TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This note deals with incentives computation and the evaluation of the incentive scheme used in a firm manufacturing industrial explosives. The individual scheme used is the "work reward scheme" and the group scheme used is the "multifactor work reward scheme." In a situation where output is predominantly process?controlled, the ... 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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