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  1. Machines Are Down

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0164 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980

    Abstract: The case deals with the design of an optimal preventive maintenance cycle for a machine with a pre?specified preventive maintenance schedule and breakdown pattern. The aim is to develop a cycle that will minimize expected cost of preventive maintenance and breakdown repairs per period. ... More

  2. Reliance Textile Industries Limited (D)

    Authors: Kuchhal, S C; Pola, Kumaran;

    Reference No: F&A0339(D) Pages: 32 Published on: 1, January, 1980

    Abstract: Analyses, interprets and illustrates many aspects of the concepts and practices of financial management. The case facilitates discussion of: 1) conversion of a private limited company into a public limited company; 2) public issue; 3) stock exchange listing; 4) cost of capital; 5) capital expenditure planning; 6) capital structure planning; 7) analysis of business and financial risks ... More

  3. Crysta-Plast Chemicals Limited

    Authors: Shukla, P R; Thomas, P S;

    Reference No: PROD0171 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: CPCL is a joint sector firm set up with Japanese collaboration to produce acrylic plastic using the by?product of a petrochemical complex??a highly poisonous gas??as a key raw material. Although the manufacturing process was sound, the company was beset with a number of problems during its two? ... More

  4. Company Standardization Activity at NEL

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0169TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: The case deals with the company standardization activity at NEL. Various aspects of standardization such as set up, coverage benefits from standardization, sources of information, etc. are covered. ... More

  5. Indian Distribution System: A Note

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0266TEC Pages: 25 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: The purpose of the note is to familiarize readers with the Indian distribution scene the large size of the distribution task, kinds of functionaries working and the type of functions performed by them, evaluation of the performance of the Indian distribution system, including the government's keen interest with respect to ... More

  6. Research for Sales and Distribution Management Decisions

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K;

    Reference No: MAR0263TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: Describes the decision areas and importance of research in sales and distribution management (Section I) and the process of research (Section II). The last section (Section III) illustrates how research methods could be used for different decision areas. ... More

  7. J.K. Aromatics Company

    Authors: Jaikumar, V;

    Reference No: F&A0350 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: The case deals with the problem of deciding which product is to be produced and which department is to operate in order to minimize cost. Although no probabilities are introduced, the full solution requires working out relationships of output quantities with input quantities and input prices. ... More

  8. Offloading Decision - A Case

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0170 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: This case deals with offloading decision in a heavy engineering type manufacturing organization. The case covers both the procedures as well as criteria used for the offloading decision. ... More

  9. Larsen & Toubro Group: A Case Study in Corporate Growth

    Authors: Bhandari, Labdhi R; Kulkarni, G R; Thomas, Philip S;

    Reference No: BP0172 Pages: 45 Published on: 1, January, 1982

    Abstract: This case describes the growth of L&T Limited as a whole and its business groups in particular since inception. Information on two major subsidiaries is also provided. The case is intended as a vehicle for analyzing and discussing issues in corporate growth. Examples of backward integration, possibilities for forward ... More

  10. Cosine Corporation

    Authors: V Raghunathan; Barua, Samir K;

    Reference No: F&A0353 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1982

    Abstract: The case is meant to illustrate the basic concepts of inventory management. Some knowledge of EOQ is necessary. It throws light on variable lead times, discount on items purchased, and the two systems of managing inventory?the continuous review and the periodic review systems. ... More

  11. Max Corporation

    Authors: V Raghunathan; Barua, Samir K;

    Reference No: F&A0354 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1982

    Abstract: Illustrates the approach to inventory management when the production rate is finite and the shortage cost too is finite. It brings out the fact that, in some situations, consciously allowing for shortages may be the optimum strategy. ... More

  12. Purchasing

    Authors: Raghuram, K; Tripathy, Arabinda;

    Reference No: QM0186TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: This is a general note on purchasing, dealing with the role of purchasing, different types of purchasing, and different stages in purchasing. The aim of the note is to introduce the purchasing function to students. ... More

  13. Voltas Limited (F) : An Integrated Case Series

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S;

    Reference No: BP0144(F) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: Traces the history of the Personnel Cell, and focuses its attention on such personnel functions as manpower planning, recruitment and selection, promotion, salary administration, and non-statutory welfare. A series of issues relating to these functions have been raised to signify their importance to the organization as a whole. ... More

  14. Voltas Limited (D): Finance

    Authors: Kuchhal, S C;

    Reference No: BP0144(D) Pages: 24 Published on: 1, January, 1983

    Abstract: Reviews the company's performance during a seven-year period--1974-75 to 1980-81. Voltas had resorted to certain operational strategies having significant financial implications: 1) it altered its method of calculating depreciation on its fixed assets; 2) it entered into foreign collaboration for its international operations; 3) it absorbed two of its affiliate companies with ... More

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