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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0320 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case describes in detail the costing system of a handloom development corporation. The immediate problem faced by the organization is the apparent overpricing of its silk sarees and the resultant inventory build-up. Students can suggest revised prices and evaluate the system from the point of view of cost ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M.G.;

Reference No: PROD0144(C) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Deals with the evaluation of the total productivity effort of the shop management. It refers to the standard products division of a large public limited company. The case looks at the total productivity improvement programme of the company in a historical perspective and then evaluates in quantitative terms the contribution ... More

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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Kulkarni, A R;

Reference No: MAR0202 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: A mediumsized radio company is reviewing its product and marketing strategy in light of the shifting emphasis from stationary to portable radios in the industry. The marketing manager wants to estimate the stage in product life cycle and the future trends for both types of radios. ... More

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Authors: Verma, Pramod; Mookherjee, S; Kamat, D S;

Reference No: P&IR0069(A) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The two cases refer to industrial relations in the jute industry in West Bengal during 1969-75. Case (A) deals specifically with the strike that took place in 1969. Case (B) P&IR0069(B) takes up events between 1969 and 1975, including a strike in 1975. The two cases together reflect the economic and political ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Parekh, Jayshree;

Reference No: MAR0187 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case deals with an advertising campaign launched by The Times of India, Bombay, to increase sales of classified matrimonial advertising space. Information on the background and requirements of the advertisers of the matrimonial classified ads, based on content analysis of the ads in The Times of India and other ... More

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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

Reference No: MAR0211TEC Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: This note examines the newproduct idea generation process. After analyzing the characteristics of the ideation process, the note discusses the problem of "managing" ideation. Strategies for ideation are discussed and a system proposed for effective control of the ideation process. ... More

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Authors: Issac, Akkanad M;

Reference No: PROD0142(A) Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Presents data to help design an integrated production and materials control system for the laboratory chemicals division of a large pharmaceuticals and chemical company. The case may also be used to teach aspects of capacity assessment and addition, batch size and manufacturing cycle determination, etc. Data included in the case ... More

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Authors: Sreenivas, Nagini; Ali, Ifzal;

Reference No: ECO0251TEC Pages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The changing structure of industries has been analyzed. ... More

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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

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K; Raman, K S;

Reference No: F&A0318 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: An exercise in preparing funds flow statements and cash flow statements from the opening and closing balance sheets, profit/loss account and profit/loss appropriation accounts. ... More

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Authors: Menon, C D;

Reference No: OB0056(C) Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Based on research conducted by the personnel manager within the factory and a limited industry survey, action plans to contain absenteeism are discussed. ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0235 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case deals with a large consumer panel (more than 5,000 families) operations. The Textiles Committee, Bombay, is operating this panel on a continuous basis. Executives of a group of textile mills have been considering how they use the information generated by the Textiles Committee. It requires evaluation of panel operation, ... More

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Authors: Menon, C D;

Reference No: OB0032 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case is a synopsis of a meeting between the chief executive and six departmental heads of a company employing over five hundred workers. The meeting has been held in order to decide whether a loan of Rsá1,000 should be given for flood relief. Crisis in cash collections, low profitability ... More

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