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Authors: Desai, D K; Mote, V L;

Reference No: QM0008(A) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case deals with alternatives for processing milk and focuses on the use of the linear programming technique for profit maximization and product-mix. ... More

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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: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0004 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case deals with issues relating to the impact of sales tax on marketing practices. Because of differential sales tax rates among the states, the company distributors from one state started selling goods to retailers and subdealers of other states even though the company had demarcated the areas. This ... 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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Authors: Dalal, B C;

Reference No: MAR0043 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: Concept of quality versus price considerations in buying is discussed. ... 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: George, P S;

Reference No: CMA0014(B) Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: An assessment of progress made by large commercial milk producer who prepares indigenous milk products sells it in a big city. This is the continuation of a "A Commercial Milk Producer in Gujarat (A)". ... More

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Authors: Hegde, B K;

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

Abstract: A trading organization starts manufacturing some of the machine tools it was selling, and finds difficulty in meeting the delivery schedules. The case highlights the need for inventory control, raw material standardization, establishment of operation standards, reorganization of functions, and other systems and procedures. A good deal of data on ... 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: Balakrishnan, K; Varshneya, K L;

Reference No: BP0136 Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: This case is a revised version, combining the material covered in Mahanagar Municipal Dairy (A) & (B) ( BP0014 & BP0015), to facilitate discussion in one class session. The problems of managing multiple constituencies in a public system context are highlighted. ... More

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

Reference No: MAR0047 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: Involves forecasting requirements of scarce items and their purchase from the open market. ... More

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Authors: Copen, M R; Hegde, B K;

Reference No: PROD0019 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1965

Abstract: Deals with standardization of steel bar stock inventory in a company. Requires students to compute order quantities and machine times for determining optimum inventory policies. ... 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: 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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