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  1. Materials Management System at IPCL (B)

    Authors: Bhatnagar, S C; Kaul, Mohan;

    Reference No: QM0137(B) Pages: 22 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Describes information requirements and reporting formats for the situation described in Case (A) QM0137(A). The rationale for some reports is discussed, and some changes in documents and their flows are suggested. The computer configuration available for implementing the new system is provided for a detailed design of the new ... More

  2. Laxmi Steel Tubes: Market Research for Stainless Seamless Tubes

    Authors: Parekh, Jayshree; Khurana, Rakesh;

    Reference No: MAR0242 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Describes the market research carried out by the company to estimate demand for stainless seamless tubes. Students are required to evaluate this market research and suggest their own method of doing research. ... More

  3. A Sheet Metal Cutting Problem

    Authors: Ram Mohan, A V; Malya, M Meenakshi;

    Reference No: QM0148TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Describes a sheet metal cutting problem encountered by a commercial vehicle manufacturer. ... More

  4. Arvind Hunt the Word Contest**

    Authors: Mehta, S C; Parekh, Jayshree;

    Reference No: MAR0226 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: This case presents a promotional contest organized by a textile mill and gives the response data. Students are required to evaluate the contest in light of its objectives, and suggest feasible alternatives. They are also required to develop a scheme of analysis for the results. ... More

  5. Consumer Promotion

    Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

    Reference No: MAR0216TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Consumer incentives play an important part in sales promotion. They are primarily intended to boost the sales of the product or service in question. Consumer premium is probably the most important incentive technique. There are direct consumer premiums and conditional consumer premiums. Refill packs, deferred payment schemes and guarantee for ... More

  6. Measuring the Effectiveness of Advertising

    Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

    Reference No: MAR0249TEC Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: This note explains the different approaches to the measurement of effectiveness of advertising. Effectiveness can be measured through pre-testing, as well as post-testing, depending on the requirements. Certain important conditions necessary for estimating the effect of advertising on sales are also given. ... More

  7. Industrial Advertising

    Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

    Reference No: MAR0237TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: This note explains the objectives of industrial advertising and points out the differences between consumer advertising and industrial advertising. The basic form of industrial advertising may be a catalogue page, simple reminder, and testimonials, pointing out product differentials -- straightforward prestige or a pioneering approach. Apart from the press and ... More

  8. Monarch Enterprises (A)

    Authors: Roy Dholakia, Ruby;

    Reference No: MAR0223 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: A new marketing director of a mediumsized company producing a line of consumer products is faced with the task of reorganizing the company's marketing goals and activities. The question of pricing policy comes up and research assistance is sought. The case deals with the selection of research approaches to ... More

  9. Introduction to Regression Analysis

    Authors: Ramani, K V;

    Reference No: QM0160TEC Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1980

    Abstract: Discusses the important points to be considered in fitting a linear regression to a set of data. It includes all important results in regression analysis and their interpretations. ... More

  10. Planning the Product Mix at Panchatantra Corporation

    Authors: Patel, Nitin R; Anantaram, B;

    Reference No: QM0151 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980

    Abstract: This case is intended to introduce the relevance of linear programming models to short?term production decisions in the handloom sector. It also facilitates discussion of objectives that may be in conflict, such as employment maximization and profit maximization. ... More

  11. Operationalization of Value Analysis (Parts I & II)

    Authors: Khurana, Rakesh;

    Reference No: MAR0253TEC Pages: 11, 12 Published on: 1, January, 1980

    Abstract: Part I discusses the following topics: value analysis in perspective, product selection and information collection, the definition of functions, and function cost matrix. Part II discusses the following three cases: 1) Dunlopillo Mattress, 2) Export Sales Office, and 3) Conventary Climax Engines Ltd. In these notes an effort is made to illustrate how ... More

  12. Industrial Belts (India) Limited (A)

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Vyas, Preeta H;

    Reference No: MAR0276(A) Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: The case describes broad decision problems, research objectives, a two phase research plan, and details of each phase of research about a stores item (V belts) used by industrial units. The sampling plan and data collection approach/instrument used in each phase of the study are also described. A preliminary ... More

  13. Data Collection Approaches: A Note

    Authors: Roy Dholakia, Ruby; Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0270TEC Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: The note deals with 1) nature of "information" in marketing research, 2) sources of information, 3) description of various data collection approaches, and 4) criteria for selection of the data collection approach. Various methods described are: a) content analysis, b) observational methods, c) question-response method, and other less-used methods of data collection. ... More

  14. Product Design Services (B)

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0261(B) Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: In Case (A) (MAR0261(A)), four proposed studies were presented. In this case, data generated through these studies is presented. Problems of data preparation and analysis are raised. Special problems related to interpretation of data collected through depth interview studies are brought into focus. ... More

  15. Industrial Belts (India) Limited (B)

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Vyas, Preeta H;

    Reference No: MAR0276(B) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: The case describes preliminary analysis done on the data collected in Phase II of the research described in Case (A) (MAR0276(A)). It can be used for understanding and evaluating the preliminary data analysis. Use of some nonparametric statistical techniques could be demonstrated for making inferences about different segments ... More

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