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Authors: Verma, K K; Goyal, R C;

Reference No: P&IR0016 Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: The case relates to problems of technological change in a textile mill and negotiations with the recognized union on increase in workload. ... More

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Authors: Paul, S;

Reference No: ECO0011(C) Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1966

Abstract: Deals with the approach and methodology suggested by Analyst(C); also assesses the usefulness of the planning division's study on the demand for electric motors. After an appraisal of Analyst(C)'s approach and methodology, a decision has to be taken whether the company should start manufacturing electric motors. A ... More

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Authors: Chowdhry, Kamla;

Reference No: OB0037 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The case deals with the expansion and diversification of Hindustan Lever and the organizational choice that was made to meet the new demands of the situation. It also discusses the role and membership of committees in relation to organizational studies. Lastly, it describes the way a consultant studied the problem ... More

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Authors: Sheth, Tarun;

Reference No: OB0058(A) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: This case is the first part of a three-part case. It describe the perception of the chief executive who is also the major stock-holder of the company about his subordinates. The case gives some incidents on which the chief executive bases his opinions as well as the perception of the ... More

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Authors: Dearden, John;

Reference No: F&A0037 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: Deals with some of the problems in evaluating profit budget performance. ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0059 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The case involves discussion of issues regarding two topics in marketing research problem formulation and evaluation of a research proposal. Issues regarding how to translate management's concerns into researchable propositions are highlighted. The case deals with issues of expanding the companyowned retail shop network for distributing its textile products. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0046(A) Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: Deals with the personnel planning and labour cost control problems faced by a large governmentowned steel company. It also covers the special problems that arise in controlling cost in public sector companies. ... More

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Authors: Sheth, Tarun;

Reference No: OB0058(B) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The case is about the leadership behaviour of a textile mill director, depicting the various problems that come up to him and how he handles them. The case raises questions about delegation and coordination of work. ... More

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Authors: Matthai, Ravi J;

Reference No: MAR0078 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The distribution of cigarettes is effected through distributors to whom geographic zones are allocated. The terms to distributors and other levels of distribution seems to encourage interzonal poaching and a determination of the service level from the company's point of view due to interdistributor competition. ... More

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Authors: Dearden, John;

Reference No: F&A0038 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: A presentation of the problem of single versus multiple cost centres. ... More

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Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K; Varshneya, K L;

Reference No: F&A0074 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The case deals with the problems of measurement of departmental performance in an integrated steel foundry, and raises questions on transfer pricing practices. In the class, questions on transfer pricing policy and the mode of departmental performance evaluation are raised. The question whether decentralization should at all be adopted is ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0060 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The case revolves around the concept of the purchase decisionmaking unit for industrial marketing. The participants are expected to identify the individuals of each decisionmaking unit and their role in the purchase decisionmaking process. A number of decision situations are described. Excerpts from the research study, "Purchasing ... More

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Authors: Kuchhal, S C;

Reference No: F&A0035 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: Provides an opportunity for discussing the issues relating to the valuation of preference shares on which dividends have been in arrears for a long period. This valuation of preference shares had to be made at the time of amalgamation. The management was faced with the difficult problem of maintaining a ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0054 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: This case-cu-note describes the problems in the pricing of ethical drugs. Participants are expected to evaluate the practices used by large pharmaceutical companies in pricing their products. The differences in pricing practices of multinational, and large and small Indian companies are highlighted. How brand preference gives a company ... More

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