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Authors: Nambudiri, C N S;

Reference No: BP0026 Pages: 38 Published 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

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Authors: Desai, D.K.; Murty, A G K;

Reference No: CMA0140 Pages: 15 Published 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

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Authors: Aggarwal, S C;

Reference No: PROD0026(A) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The case describes the application of PERT and CPM techniques to the project construction operations of a fertilizer plant in India. It indicates all the necessary steps, which must be taken before starting with the introduction of PERT, and how PERT helps in spotlighting troubles earlier. The student is expected ... More

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Authors: Paul, S;

Reference No: ECO0121 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: Deals with the Reserve Bank Governor's criticism of the inventory policy of public sector companies. Empirical evidence is provided in the case to verify the validity of the Governor's charge. Students are expected to prepare a reply to the Governor on this subject on behalf of a lending industry association. ... More

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Authors: Matthai, Ravi J;

Reference No: MAR0078 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: The distribution of cigarettes is effected through distributors to whom geographic zones are allocated. The terms to distributors and other levels of distribution seems to encourage interzonal poaching and a determination of the service level from the company's point of view due to interdistributor competition. ... More

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Authors: Balachandra, R;

Reference No: PROD0042TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: This note describes the line of balance technology in detail. A number of figures and charts are included to make the technique very clear. ... More

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Authors: Rao, N N Venkata; Paul, S;

Reference No: ECO0065(C) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1967

Abstract: To evolve an approach which can provide guidelines for planning the optimal product mix and the best utilization of the company's facilities. To familiarize students with the use of the linear programming technique as a tool for resource allocation in business planning. ... More

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Authors: Patel, S M;

Reference No: CMA0071 Pages: 15 Published 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

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Authors: Patel, S M; Patel D.A.;

Reference No: CMA0061(A) Pages: 12 Published 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

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Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: CMA0065TEC Pages: 2 Published 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

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Authors: Patel, S M;

Reference No: CMA0059TEC Pages: 8 Published 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

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Authors: Desai, D K;

Reference No: CMA0064 Pages: 12 Published 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

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Authors: Patel, S M;

Reference No: CMA0060 Pages: 8 Published 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

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Authors: Patel, S M;

Reference No: CMA0053 Pages: 7 Published 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

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