Reference No: MAR0331Pages: 4Published on: 28, October, 1999
Abstract: The case describes the experience of a customer who visited Shop India, one of the largest and most popular consumer goods stores in Ahmedabad, to purchase an iron. After reaching home, he noticed that the maximum retail price printed on the carton was less than the amount he paid. In ... More
Reference No: CMA0786TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This note deals with (a) the theory of leading inputs, (b) irrigation potential, its development and utilization under successive five years plans, (c) the size and composition of public investment in harnessing various sources of irrigation and their benefits in general terms, (d) major problem-areas of development of irrigation as ... More
Reference No: PROD0228(C)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This case follows up the case Lotus Thread Company Limited(A) (LTCL-A) by focusing on an important area in the logistical decision making hierarchy. The main issue is that of distribution network design and some of its major consequences. The company, while examining its logistics network has identified three options ... More
Reference No: CMA0793EXPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case gives some reasons for quality deterioration of soy-meal at various stages from processing to final destination. It raises the issue of why quality is needed and how could it be achieved. The focus is to improve the bottom line through quality monitoring by the soybean processing enterprise. ... More
Reference No: CMA0627Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This case describes in detail the functioning of an audio-visual van. It is useful for managers concerned with promotional activities in the rural areas. It deals with aspects such as planning, mobilizing resources, scheduling the tour programme, motivation of staff, and public relations in the field. ... More
Reference No: CMA0784TECPages: 17Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This note first briefly discusses the new economic policies as they pertain to the agricultural sector. It then formally tests the impact of relative farm prices which these policies aim to improve and the non-price factors on both aggregate agricultural output and marketed surplus considering the Nerlovian type of Partial ... More
Reference No: CMA0800EXPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case descries the processes followed in procurement of basmati paddy by a rice mill and current reporting system in the organization. The issue raised is to examine the existing reporting system and suggest modifications to make it yield the desired information for procurement planning in a more objective manner ... More
Reference No: CMA0791Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This is a case of a trading firm involved in purchase and sale of edible oils. The firm also owns oilseeds processing facility for own production. It wants to enter in a new market with bulk supply as well as consumer packs of branded refined sunflower oil. Given the edible ... More
Reference No: CMA0782TECPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This technical note is prepared with a view to share some of the new contributions agricultural growth makes in the process of economic development that more recent literature has identified and discussed. ... More
Reference No: CMA0798EXPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This exercise gives some idea about what quality means and how quality can deteriorate in an agribusiness. The primary issue is to ensure procurement of quality basmati paddy for the producers and maintain its quality and produce quality products in an agro-processing enterprise. ... More
Reference No: CMA0789EXPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case depicts the situation where a seed enterprise gives its seed production programme to the farmers. Since, the farmers are reluctant to accept the offer, the Production Manager of Western India Seed Company is disturbed as he has to raise the compensation rate to lure the farmers. The case ... More
Reference No: CMA0780EXPages: 18Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This case focuses on the owner/entrepreneur's perspective of a small enterprise in a new market (dried flower exports). Currently, a large part of the business risk is borne by the importer. The supply and processing risk is borne by the entrepreneur. However, possibilities and long term strategies might require ... More
Reference No: CMA0796TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This note describes the various post harvest operations caused from paddy in Punjab and Haryana and costs involved in those operations. It also examines the losses in quantity and quality of paddy in these operations and supports ways to avoid some losses and reduce costs. ... More
