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Authors: Seshan, Suresh A; Mehta, Kiran J; Shah, B G;

Reference No: F&A0115(B) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: A newly recruited management trainee presents a breakeven chart to explain the reasons for the losses the company has been sustaining since inception. The chart provokes a lot of discussion. Several questions are raised as to the utility of breakeven analysis in a multiproduct situation. Suggestions are also made ... More

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Authors: Pathak, H N;

Reference No: ECO0167TEC Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: The note discusses how price fixing of cement has resulted in a typical dispersal of the cement manufacturing units in India, and analyses the economic implications of such a policy in the short and long run. ... More

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Authors: Mampilly, Paul;

Reference No: F&A0275 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: This case focuses on an expansion programme coupled with a change in the product mix. The situation provides material for 1) assessment of the impact of product mix change on working capital, and 2) assessment of the incremental working capital requirements on expansion. The case shows how the additional working funds needed ... More

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Authors: Satia, J K;

Reference No: PROD0099 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: The objective of the case is to study the suitability of different forecasting methods for regular and maintenance inventories. A computer programme that uses exponential smoothing to forecast (developed by IIMA Computer Centre) is used. Finally, the focus shifts to devising a forecasting system. ... More

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Authors: Govindarajan, V;

Reference No: F&A0190 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Deals with the preparation of financial statements from incomplete records. ... More

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Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K;

Reference No: F&A0239 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: The company changes its structure from a functional setup to a profit responsible product group setup so that top management can devote more time to future company policies. The case brings up issues relating to design considerations in structural reorganization in the context of the organization's variables and environmental factors. ... More

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Authors: Shukla, H C; Sheth, N R;

Reference No: P&IR0022(B) Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: This case deals with the organizational problems arising out of the request of two employees for mutual transfer. Case (A) describes the issues relating to the matter at the lowest level of management. As the matter is not solved at this level, it is taken to the second level of ... More

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Authors: Nambudiri, C N S; Raman, K S;

Reference No: BP0040(B) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Covers the history of Synthetics and Chemicals Limited between 1958 and 1961, and describes its plans for further expansion in synthetic rubber manufacturing in the wake of the developments in the Indian petrochemical industry since 1961. Provides scope for discussing the pros and cons of further expansion. ... More

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Authors: Anand, R K; Jain, Abhinandan K;

Reference No: MAR0094(D) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: This case describes the market development (in different towns), development of product mix, and distribution arrangements of the company. Special emphasis has been put on the distribution costs. Along with the pricing data, it can be used as a case for formulating marketing strategy. ... More

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Authors: Pathak, H N;

Reference No: ECO0191 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Discusses the stages through which a technician entrepreneur has passed. It gives a good account of how a project is prepared before giving it for financial assistance to a bank/termlending institution. ... More

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Authors: Thomas, Philip S;

Reference No: F&A0186 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: The case describes the planning process in a company in the electricity supply business. It serves to highlight the nature of the strategic choices open to a company that is closely regulated. ... More

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Authors: Kuchhal, S C;

Reference No: F&A0219 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Emphasizes the issues in providing equity ownership to employees in a growing company. ... More

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Authors: Nambudiri, C N S; Raman, K S;

Reference No: BP0052 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Describes the history and growth of an Indian company that was the first to manufacture polystyrene in the country. Useful in identifying the strategies and policies followed by the company and the evaluation of their results; provides a comparison with the Synthetics and Chemicals Case (BP0040) in terms of product, ... More

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Authors: Saleem, P A;

Reference No: MAR0130(C) Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Case (C) deals with dealer structure, growth, evaluation of dealer system, etc. ... More

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