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  1. Linear Programming Applications **

    Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

    Reference No: PROD0030TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1966

    Abstract: Describes the various fields of application where linear programming has been found useful in solving problems. ... More

  2. Inventory Control

    Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi;

    Reference No: CMA0057TEC Pages: 2 Published on: 1, November, 1966

    Abstract: A technical note on the concept of inventory control (to generate classroom discussion on inventory control problems). ... More

  3. Work Sampling **

    Authors: Hegde, B K;

    Reference No: PROD0075TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1970

    Abstract: The note covers the work sampling technique to be used as a work measurement tool for capacity studies. The note covers in detail how the work sampling study should be conducted, how the results can be analysed, etc. Generally, students are asked to read this as background material, following which ... More

  4. The Analysis of Financial Statements: Uses and Limitations

    Authors: Shah, B G;

    Reference No: F&A0150TEC Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1972

    Abstract: Describes the limitations and uses of financial statements by outside financial analysts  particularly limitations arising from differences in accounting conventions, and discrepancy between book value and realizable value due to change in price levels and the nonmonetary factors, which are not quantified in the financial statements. It discusses the ... More

  5. Advertisers India Limited

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K;

    Reference No: MAR0113 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1975

    Abstract: The case describes a quantitative model for selecting the minimum cost media plan in order to achieve a desired level of reach and frequency in several target audience groups. The decision problem relates to adoption of the model for drawing up a national press media plan on the basis of ... More

  6. A Note on the Theory of Production and Production Functions

    Authors: Sambrani, Shreekant;

    Reference No: CMA0348TEC Pages: 8 Published 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

  7. A Note on Community and Social Structure **

    Authors: Haque, S M ;

    Reference No: CMA0419TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 17, December, 1976

    Abstract: The community is the smallest territorial group that can embrace all aspects of social life. According to Macabre and Page, the bases of community are locality and community sentiment. Merton views social structure as comprising "the patterned arrangements or role-sets, status-sets, and status sequences." The Indian village community for example ... More

  8. Gujarati Grihini

    Authors: Sheth, Shanti; Raghavachari, M;

    Reference No: QM0080 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Studies Gujarati housewives' choice of cooking media, and is based on their answers to a questionnaire. Students are required to analyse the data to find out the housewives' preference for cooking media in a locality of Ahmedabad. ... More

  9. Drop the Coin into the Bowl

    Authors: Prasad, R Venkataramana; Malya, M Meenakshi;

    Reference No: QM0136 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Presents the decision problems encountered in setting up a stall at the funfair organized at IIMA. Customers had tries at dropping a coin into a bowl kept inside a bucket of water. Given several hypotheses on the nature of uncertainties (probability of successes and number of customers), issues on ... More

  10. Data Analysis in Research

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S;

    Reference No: P&IR0139TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1980

    Abstract: Highlights important steps in the process of analysis after data have been collected. It outlines how analysis should be carried out. It is useful for students /participants taking courses in research methodology. ... More

  11. Techniques for Generating Random Numbers

    Authors: Soundar Rajan, T K; Murthy, Nirmala;

    Reference No: QM0162TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: Deals with the various techniques available for generating random numbers. ... More

  12. Integration

    Authors: Barua, Samir K; Sridharan, R;

    Reference No: QM0172TEC Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1982

    Abstract: This note is an introduction to Integration. ... More

  13. Inventory Models (Part V): Basic Models with Uncertain Demand and Lead Time

    Authors: Shukla, P R;

    Reference No: PROD0175(E)TEC Pages: 11 Published 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

  14. Multiple Criteria Mathematical Programming (MCMP) - Basic Concepts and Developments

    Authors: Shukla, P R;

    Reference No: PROD0174TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1982

    Abstract: This note discusses the basic concepts and developments in the field of multiple?criteria mathematical programming (MCMP). The general formulation of MCMP problems is given. Various concepts such as decision space, criterion space, efficient point, efficient frontier, dominated point, utility (preference) function, trade?off, etc are introduced. The direct estimation ... More

  15. Some Distinguishing Features of Forestry Projects

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath;

    Reference No: CMA0562TEC Pages: 5 Published 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

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