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Authors: Subramaniam, S;

Reference No: QM0027 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: Deals with choosing from alternative modes of transport taking into account the costs and constraints. ... More

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Authors: Raghavachari, M;

Reference No: QM0018 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: This case illustrates the technique of solving a transport problem involving two warehouses and several destinations. This involves optimizing based on two different criteria. This case illustrates the transportation problem in linear programming. ... More

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Authors: Tambad, S B; Desai, D K;

Reference No: CMA0196TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 25, August, 1970

Abstract: Explains the technique of transportation model taking a practical example of the fertilizer industry. It also gives information on the use of linear programming techniques to solve transportation models interpretation of the shadow prices in the transportation model. ... More

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Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K; Desai, P V;

Reference No: F&A0208 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1971

Abstract: The focus of this case is on the problem of recognition of current income when related expenses are spilled over to the next accounting year (e.g. for future warranty repair costs). The issues that arise are whether it is enough to record future expenses as and when they arise ... More

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Authors: Sarkar, N N; Raghavachari, M;

Reference No: QM0069TEC Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1975

Abstract: This note deals with techniques for solving transportation problems. ... More

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Authors: George, P S;

Reference No: CMA0336 Pages: 6 Published 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

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: QM0111 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Deals with the problems associated with the introduction of five widebody Airbuses to replace a fleet of Turbo Props and Caravelles. As it is essential to synchronize the publicity campaign with the formal introduction of the Airbus, the management wants to know when the five aircraft will be ready ... More

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Authors: Krishnamurty, Sudhir; Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0107 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: The case is mainly a transport problem. There are three factories delivering three product groups to twenty- three warehouses. The solution calls for an optimization of total costs for the company, taking into account the production constraints at each factory, the local demand, and the export needs. The data problems ... More

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Authors: Kaul, Mohan; Rao, V Venkata;

Reference No: QM0113TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Deals with the simulation of queuing systems and its importance in different areas such as ships requiring unloading facilities at ports, aircraft awaiting a clear runway in order to take off, etc. It also briefly discusses the three methods?experimentation with the real system, analytical methods, and simulation?available for ... More

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Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0115TEC Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The problem is to decide the optimum location of service centres for development in a taluka and a road network programme to connect these centres. Given budget restrictions, there is the additional problem of phasing the activities as well. ... More

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Authors: Saha, Jahar; Mote, V L; Derasari, S R;

Reference No: QM0112 Pages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with the problem of preparing a timetable for a state transport corporation. The main objective is to determine the minimum number of buses required to operate a given number of trips. Several other problems like crew utilization, load factor determination, etc had to be considered. ... More

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Authors: Bhatnagar, S C;

Reference No: QM0120 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Describes the problem of traffic congestion at a busy crossing in Ahmedabad. Data has been provided on the pattern of arrival of different modes of transport from different directions at the square. Issues arising out of heterogeneity in modes of transportation are raised and alternative ways of resolving this problem ... More

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Authors: Ravichandran, N;

Reference No: QM0203 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1985

Abstract: Presents a problem the Indian Railways faces in deciding to introduce superfast trains. It illustrates the need for a simulation analysis in a complex situation. ... More

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Authors: Roy, Debjit;

Reference No: PROD0312 Pages: 13 Published on: 24, September, 2015

Abstract: Navigators Logistics Company was facing regular issues with the clients in terms of fluctuation in demand volumes and extended credit period. The spread of client transportation requirement was not consistent throughout the year and that was the major point of distress. Further, the process for handling internal transactions was manual ... More

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