Reference No: BP0026Pages: 38Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Presents, against the industrys background, the company's tactical decision to acquire aeroplanes for transporting newspapers, the history of the company and its leading position in the newspaper industry in India. The major focus of discussion is the inadequacy of the tactical move to take care of changes in customer characteristics. ... More
Reference No: PROD0025Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes the processing of materials in a large vertically integrated textile mill. The company does not have a centralized planning and control section. Very often orders from the merchants and distributors cannot be filled immediately. The management is considering ways and means to cut down large process? inventories ... More
Reference No: ECO0120Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The note discusses three major questions which attracted the public attention soon after the devaluation of the rupee in 1966: (1) Will devaluation increase our foreign exchange earnings significantly? (2) Will it accelerate the pace of import substitution? (3) Is a general price rise inevitable in the wake of devaluation? ... More
Reference No: CMA0140Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case is based on the Government Policy regarding merchant exporters in the export business de-oiled groundnut cake. This case brings into focus the issues relating to separate functions performed by merchants vis-a-vis exports by manufacturers in that agricultural commodity. ... More
Reference No: PROD0041Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes a situation of deciding between alternative processes of manufacturing a particular part. Details about the methods of manufacture, the times involved and the cost are given so that a meaningful discussion about the relative merits of the alternative could be had. ... More
Reference No: ECO0065(B)Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: To examine critically the methods employed by the marketing and production departments for planning the production and marketing operations of the company. To evolve an alternative approach which would help the company to increase its profits Performanc. ... More
Reference No: CMA0071Pages: 15Published on: 31, December, 1966
Abstract: The case refers to the managerial considerations like cost-benefit ratio, incremental cost, incremental revenue and profitability through the use of different types of chilling equipment by a dairying organisation. The decision-maker has to compare the performance of different equipments for given sets of conditions with a view to choose the ... More
Reference No: CMA0061(A)Pages: 12Published on: 28, December, 1966
Abstract: The case deals with different methods used at the district level in estimating the requirement of crude oil for lift irrigation plants. A method to estimate the requirement of crude oil from the existing data based on on engineering principles is also introduced. ... More
Reference No: CMA0065TECPages: 2Published on: 27, December, 1966
Abstract: Illustration of linear programme technique to be used as an exercise for optimal product mix through linear programming. Requires a text on linear programming. ... More
Reference No: CMA0064Pages: 12Published on: 26, December, 1966
Abstract: The case deals with the problems faced by a firm which wants to set up a distribution channel for the new products which it wanted to manufacture. ... More
Reference No: CMA0059TECPages: 8Published on: 26, December, 1966
Abstract: Existing procedures for multiplication of improved seed as well as desired procedures are described to supplement information on seed production. ... More
Reference No: CMA0060Pages: 8Published on: 26, December, 1966
Abstract: The case is on planning, implementation control concepts applied to seed multiplication programmes. It brings out the factors affecting block-level seed multiplication programmes. A technical note on seed multiplication is required. ... More
Reference No: CMA0053Pages: 7Published on: 21, December, 1966
Abstract: A technical note on the scope of using mechanized farm machinery, viz. tractors, power tillers, oil engines, etc. in India. The matter is discussed in general from the feasibility and potential market points of view. ... More
Reference No: CMA0024Pages: 7Published on: 20, December, 1966
Abstract: The state minister for agriculture revenue was worried about the unsatisfactory production of food crops. A research project was conducted to find the variations in yield of crops within the State and to suggest "better" land use planning. The teaching focus is on planning. ... More