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List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Plastic Bags Company **

    Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

    Reference No: PROD0124TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Involves the application of systematic layout techniques for a plastic bags manufacturing plant. It focuses on the understanding of the principal steps required for the use of the technique. Development of several alternative plans and their evaluation are envisaged. ... More

  2. Cold Storage for Potato

    Authors: Vathsala, S; Moulik, T K;

    Reference No: BP0107 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case focuses on the conflicts between running a business commercially and fulfilling social objectives. The case also highlights the factors influencing capacity utilization and the problems faced in diversifying. ... More

  3. Motivation Research

    Authors: Arul, Assumptha; Mohan, Manendra; Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0233TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: This note describes "motivation research" in some detail. The elements constituting the "why" of purchase and consumption behaviour are briefly explained. The techniques, i.e., projective and nonprojective, are illustratively explained. Finally, the note discusses the importance of motivation research in market research. ... More

  4. Sunanda Alkalies Limited

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0283 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A caustic soda manufacturer was considering several alternatives for improving the firm's profitability. The company had faced a severe power-cut and the consequent underutilization of capacity and rise in unit cost. The case enables analysis of cost data for shortterm and longterm pricing. Students will be expected ... More

  5. Sulphuric Acid Plant

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0310 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: Gives the breakup of cost of production of sulphuric acid for a medium-scale manufacturer in 1966. Details are given in terms of actual totals for three chosen months, and estimated per unit costs for 1967. Variability of costs are not given. Students are expected to discern the behaviour of costs from ... More

  6. Sugarcane Commodity System: Processing (C)

    Authors: Gupta, V K;

    Reference No: CMA0422(C)TEC Pages: 22 Published on: 23, December, 1976

    Abstract: Deals with different aspects of processing. ... More

  7. Foodgrain Distribution Programme in India

    Authors: Gupta, V K; Mathur, D P;

    Reference No: CMA0349TEC Pages: 16 Published on: 23, December, 1976

    Abstract: Gives details of foodgrains distribution programme in India. Regional imbalances in the availability of cereals in the administrative structure are comprehensively dealt with. ... More

  8. Sugarcane Commodity System: Marketing (B)

    Authors: Gupta, V K; Mathur, D P;

    Reference No: CMA0422(B)TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 23, December, 1976

    Abstract: Deals with different aspects of the sugarcane marketing system operative in India and focuses on the problems of marketing by the producers. ... More

  9. Social System

    Authors: Bhatnagar, G S;

    Reference No: CMA0420 Pages: 5 Published on: 17, December, 1976

    Abstract: A social system constitutes the interaction of a plurality of individuals whose relations are patterned after a set of norms and expectations. When a system is analysed, the elements which make it a system and the processes which help the system to persist have to be taken into consideration. There ... More

  10. 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

  11. Paddy Rice System: Research

    Authors: Gupta, V K; Mathur, D P;

    Reference No: CMA0416TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, December, 1976

    Abstract: Deals with the organizational setup at all-India and regional levels for research into rice commodity, and the contribution of various institutes for the rice crop. ... More

  12. Planning for Employment Generation - A Study of Panchmahals

    Authors: Sambrani, Shreekant; Pchholiya, K. R. ;

    Reference No: CMA0411TEC Pages: 13 Published on: 14, October, 1976

    Abstract: The note discusses findings of a field survey regarding poverty and unemployment in Panchmahals district of Gujarat. Alternative ways of employment generation are evaluated and a strategy for employment generation is suggested. ... More

  13. Mr. Ao Wants a Transfer

    Authors: Sambrani, Shreekant;

    Reference No: CMA0408 Pages: 4 Published on: 14, October, 1976

    Abstract: Mr. AO has been managing a government potato seed farm since 1970s. The farm is recognized as well-managed. Mr. AO's initiative and innovation have been recognized, but he wishes for a transfer. He renews his request when he learns that the seed farm project has been upgraded and higher-level posts ... More

  14. Planning for CADP

    Authors: Sambrani, Shreekant;

    Reference No: CMA0409 Pages: 2 Published on: 14, October, 1976

    Abstract: The Project officer of a Comprehensive Area Development Programme is faced with the problem of allocating limited supply of fertilizers and pesticides among compeitng crop activities. A liner programming formulation would lead to an optimum solution. ... More

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