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List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Union Budget for Agriculture: From Retrogression to Progression?

    Authors: Desai, Bhupat M; Namboodiri, N V;

    Reference No: CMA0788TEC Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 2000

    Abstract: This note first provides a rationale for why union budget may catalyse developing agriculture even though this sector is a state subject. It then discusses major strengths and weaknesses of some of the recent union budgets to raise a question whether they have initiated a process of retrogression or progression. ... More

  2. Dynamic Sensitivity of Sales to Advertising: A Case of Peanut Butter Industry

    Authors: Deodhar, Satish Y; Fletcher, S M;

    Reference No: CMA0779TEC Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 2000

    Abstract: Brand and generic advertising is increasingly being used to promote food products. An important question is whether such generic and band advertising leads to increase in aggregate demand or simply brand substitution. Using error correction model, this note addresses the issue by estimating for long-run and short-run advertising sensitivity of ... More

  3. Procurement in Agribusiness

    Authors: Singh, Gurdev;

    Reference No: CMA0795TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 2000

    Abstract: This note describes agribusiness and channels through which the produce reaches the consumers. It then discusses the procurement function undertaken by various agribusiness entities. The procurement options available and advantages and disadvantages of direct buying and purchases from secondary market are also given. It also covers fixing of price and ... More

  4. Irrigation Development: Rationale, Achievements, Problems and their Solutions

    Authors: Desai, Bhupat M; Namboodiri, N V;

    Reference No: CMA0786TEC Pages: 14 Published 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

  5. FoodWorld (D): Design of MIS

    Authors: Gupta, Achin; Parikh, Anurag; Raghuram, G; Banerjee, Bibek; Koshy, Abraham;

    Reference No: MAR0325(D) Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 2000

    Abstract: The case focuses on the need for an effective Management Information System, especially for monitoring store performance in a retail chain. The key issues are: 1) Identifying key performance and decision areas, 2) Understanding the role and criticality of information processing, 3) Identifying performance indicators and 4) Specifying the systems required for the information ... More

  6. Quality Monitoring in Soy-Meal

    Authors: Singh, Gurdev;

    Reference No: CMA0793EX Pages: 2 Published 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

  7. Publicity Van

    Authors: Shingri, P M;

    Reference No: CMA0627 Pages: 7 Published 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

  8. Comfort in Steam

    Authors: Gupta, Nirmal; Gupta, Parvinder;

    Reference No: MAR0331 Pages: 4 Published 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

  9. Ashok Desai Subscribes to News Today (A)

    Authors: Gupta, Nirmal; Gupta, Parvinder;

    Reference No: MAR0329(A) Pages: 4 Published on: 28, October, 1999

    Abstract: The case describes Mr Ashok Desai's experience and the problems he faced as a subscriber to News Today, a weekly news magazine. ... More

  10. New Look (C)

    Authors: Gupta, Nirmal; Gupta, Parvinder;

    Reference No: MAR0332(C) Pages: 4 Published on: 28, October, 1999

    Abstract: The case adds to the data presented in Newlook (A), and Newlook (B) cases. ... More

  11. New Look (A)

    Authors: Gupta, Nirmal; Gupta, Parvinder;

    Reference No: MAR0332(A) Pages: 3 Published on: 28, October, 1999

    Abstract: The case describes how and why Professor Ramakant decided to subscribe to a new weekly news magazine, Newlook. ... More

  12. Ashok Desai Subscribes to News Today (B)

    Authors: Gupta, Nirmal; Gupta, Parvinder;

    Reference No: MAR0329(B) Pages: 1 Published on: 28, October, 1999

    Abstract: This case adds to the data presented in "Ashok Desai Subscribes to News Today (A)" (MAR0329) case. Students should have read the previous case "Ashok Desai Subscribes to News Today (A)" (MAR0329case. ... More

  13. New Look (D)

    Authors: Gupta, Nirmal; Gupta, Parvinder;

    Reference No: MAR0332(D) Pages: 2 Published on: 28, October, 1999

    Abstract: The case describes the experience of Professor Ramakant as a subscriber to a weekly news magazine, Newlook. Students should have read the Newlook (A), (B), and (C) cases. ... More

  14. New Look (B)

    Authors: Gupta, Nirmal; Gupta, Parvinder;

    Reference No: MAR0332(B) Pages: 2 Published on: 28, October, 1999

    Abstract: The case describes the experience of Professor Ramakant who subscribed to Newlook, a newsmagazine. It highlights the concerns he had and the problems he faced as a customer. ... More

  15. FoodWorld (B): Supply Chain Strategy

    Authors: Raghuram, G; Banerjee, Bibek; Koshy, Abraham;

    Reference No: MAR0325(B) Pages: 36 Published on: 27, September, 1999

    Abstract: FoodWorld is a division of Spencer's, the retailing company of RPG Enterprises (RPG). This case focuses on the supply chain strategy. The key issues were 1) what to stock, 2) where and whom to source from, 3) how to reduce total delivery time from vendor to store and 4) how to reduce the cost ... More

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