Reference No: MAR0266TECPages: 25Published 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
Reference No: PSG0001Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This case investigates the variables that characterize human relations in a PHC. It describes the functions and position of each official at the PHC level and their relationships, and traces the patterns of conflict and adjustment. ... More
Reference No: PROD0175(E)TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Discusses the basic inventory systems for controlling inventories under uncertain demand and lead-time. The continuous review system and periodic review system are discussed, and determination of control parameters for the two systems is explained. The concepts of service level, safety stock and reorder point are discussed, and formulas for determining ... More
Reference No: CMA0555(C)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This case deals with the storage operation of milled rice in the monopsony procurement, processing, and distribution situation of the Paddy Marketing Board in Sri Lanka. The chairman has to decide whether he should go in for modern storage systems of silos or make do with the existing storage with ... More
Reference No: PSG0047(A)Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: The cases Antyodaya (A) and (B) present the experience of planning and implementing a target group specific development programme of a state government. The cases highlight the positive features in the implementation of the programme and raise questions about its design in the context of the kind of beneficiaries, the ... More
Reference No: PROD0175(C)TECPages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Discusses the models for determining economic order quantities when quantity discounts are given. The models with "all unit" discount and "incremental" discount are presented and economic order quantity for each case is determined. Illustrative examples for each case are provided to show the use of the model and the determination ... More
Reference No: CMA0555(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This case deals with the problems of procurement of paddy in a monopsony situation in Sri Lanka when the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) was the sole agent for procuring paddy from domestic sources and through imports. In the existing system PMB was paying a huge amount as interest. ... More
Reference No: PSG0045Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: The case traces the evolution of a rural health project in a backward district. It describes the reasons for the project team's work in this field and identifies its activities and their interrelationships. Managerial responses in terms of charges that have taken place in the project over time are presented. ... More
Reference No: PROD0175(A)TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Introduces the functions of inventories and various costs relevant for inventory management. The Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) model with deterministic demand and lead-time is discussed and basic derivations of the model are presented. Sensitivity of cost to various parameters of the model is discussed. Finally, the EOQ model with back ... More
Reference No: PROD0173TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This note reviews the developments in the field of multiple?criteria decision-making (MCDM) together with developments in related areas such as utility theory and decision theory. Multiple criteria problems and basic approaches to solve these problems are mentioned. Direct estimation approach and interactive approach for estimating decision?makers' preferences are ... More
Reference No: CMA0562TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Some of the distinguishing features of forestry as an economic activity have been summarized to provide a basis for discussion on whether 1) forest development projects carry relatively higher risks, 2) intangible benefits and costs of forestry projects can or cannot be accounted for in assessing bankability, and 3) multiple objectives in forest ... More
Reference No: F&A0353Pages: 3Published 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
Reference No: CMA0555(D)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Considers procurement, storage-transport, milling-storage and distribution in an integrated manner. The chairman is faced with the problem of deciding whether he should set up a modern storage and processing complex as against the existing disintegrated system. ... More
Reference No: PSG0047(B)Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: The cases Antyodaya (A) and (B) present the experience of planning and implementing a target group specific development programme of a state government. The cases highlight the positive features in the implementation of the programme and raise questions about its design in the context of the kind of beneficiaries, the ... More
Reference No: PROD0175(D)TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Discusses the models for determining Economic Order Quantities (EOQs) for items in a multi?item situation with constraints. The derivation of EOQs for items under the constraint of average total investment in inventories is given. The EOQs for items where there is a constraint on total workload (i.e., number ... More
