Reference No: QM0101(D)Pages: 2Published 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
Reference No: QM0082TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note describes the simplex algorithm for solving a linear programming problem. The simplex technique is explained by means of an example. ... More
Reference No: MAR0166Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case involves taking a decision on the type of packing to be used for various types of vegetable and cereal seeds. A number of criteria like non spillage, protection from pests and moisture, and price on packaging have to be taken into account in choosing the packaging material. A ... More
Reference No: QM0101(B)Pages: 4Published 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
Reference No: CMA0382Pages: 5, 6Published on: 16, December, 1975
Abstract: This is a case on investment analysis. An entrepreneur was considering the feasibility of buying trawlers. Based on the available data, he was convinced of the desirability of investing in trawlers. When he approached a bank for a loan, the bank manager questioned the profitability of the scheme. It was ... More
Reference No: CMA0374Pages: 6Published on: 4, October, 1975
Abstract: The case deals with the question of deciding optimum storage requirements for a fertilizer retail depot. It is based on the feasibility study for a large fertilizer complex. The case can be used to introduce the inventory problem and simple solution to the problem. ... More
Reference No: CMA0363Pages: 5Published on: 4, October, 1975
Abstract: Examines the feasibility of establishing apple orchards in a block in Meghalaya. The case is used to illustrate the stages in investment decisions the analysis required for determining the viability. ... More
Reference No: CMA0351TECPages: 5Published on: 1, October, 1975
Abstract: The note discusses the overriding importance of cooperative principles in determining cooperative policy, organization and programme, examines Rochdale's principles and points the area where further extension of these principles is needed. ... More
Reference No: CMA0378Pages: 4Published on: 27, September, 1975
Abstract: The case deals with the application of linear programming in the procurement, processing, disposal of paddy keeping in view market fluctuations of prices and storage availability. ... More
Reference No: CMA0330Pages: 4Published on: 8, August, 1975
Abstract: A private rice mill in Sri Lanka is operating on the custom milling basis for the Sri Lanka Paddy Marketing Board. The cost and revenue of the mill are mentioned. The case can be used to 1) determine the breakeven volume that the mill should be hling; 2) the minimum charge the ... More
Reference No: CMA0335(B)Pages: 10Published on: 8, August, 1975
Abstract: This is in continuation of "Ïntegration of Paddy-Rice System - Srilanka Paddy Marketing Board (A)". After analysing the procurement, paddy milling and rice distribution, the Chairman of the Paddy Marketing Board comes out with certain assumptions and proposes a new system to coordinate the task. The details of the proposed ... More
Reference No: CMA0334Pages: 4Published on: 8, August, 1975
Abstract: The case describes the milling arrangements made by the paddy marketing board. Paddy stored in ten places was distributed among sixteen mills. ... More
Reference No: CMA0336Pages: 6Published on: 8, August, 1975
Abstract: The case outlines a system of production, market arrivals, storage capacity, milling capacity, consumption requirements in Sri Lanka. After reviewing the present position, some assumptions were required to be made on the following aspects: 1) adequacy of the existing storage milling capacity, 2) utilization of excess capacities if available, 3) optimum transport pattern ... More
Reference No: CMA0348TEC Pages: 8Published on: 21, May, 1975
Abstract: The note reviews the basic economic concepts related to the analysis of production decisions. It introduces the reader to production functions and their analytical uses. ... More
