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Authors: Desai, D K; Mote, V L;

Reference No: QM0008(A) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case deals with alternatives for processing milk and focuses on the use of the linear programming technique for profit maximization and product-mix. ... More

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Authors: Pruthi, S P S;

Reference No: ECO0022 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: This case an interview account of an industrialist belonging to the cotton textiles industry giving on account of his strength and weaknesses. This case, together with "Kasturbhai lalbhai and the Cotton Textiles industry" is used for the purpose of familiarizing the student with the variety of factors responsible for the ... More

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Authors: Mote, V L;

Reference No: QM0016 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: This case essentially centres around the problem of capital budgeting. For evaluating the desirability of the investment, the student must prepare a production programme from the data given and on this basis prepare an estimate of the cash inflows. He is able to see the applicability of linear programming to ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0285(B) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case deals with the decision problem of discontinuing some items from the product line of the company. Arguments in favour and against continuing two specific products are given. In case these products are withdrawn, implications on company's costs, revenues and profits are described. ... More

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Authors: Pruthi, S P S; Mote, V L;

Reference No: QM0031 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Deals with the classification of the capital and revenue expenditures for the purposes of depreciation allowance. ... More

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Authors: Copen, M R;

Reference No: PROD0013(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Capacity planning is the step subsequent to forecasting the future sales pattern. The note discusses how to find out the plant sizes and their time phasing so that the demand is satisfied at minimum cost. The total cost is discounted to first period. ... More

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Authors: Mote, V L;

Reference No: QM0002 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case revolves around the issue of pricing in an oligopolistic market. It discusses issues like use of price cutting for introducing a new product, ability of the firm to withstand retaliation from competitors, and the benefit the society receives from the price fall. The other minor issues raised are ... More

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Authors: Kuchhal, S C;

Reference No: F&A0013 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The financial implications of entering into a collaboration agreement with a foreign enterprise are discussed. ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0004 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case deals with issues relating to the impact of sales tax on marketing practices. Because of differential sales tax rates among the states, the company distributors from one state started selling goods to retailers and subdealers of other states even though the company had demarcated the areas. This ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Dalal, B C;

Reference No: MAR0039 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case deals with the problem faced by the sales management in deciding whether to drop a retail and wholesale agency. ... More

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Authors: Halse, Michael;

Reference No: CMA0010 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: A comparison of the profitabilities of different milk products handled by the dairy to determine a target for butter production. ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0013(J) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Dissatisfied with the system of distribution through stockists, the top management of the firm was considering whether it should replace this distribution system by its own distribution system. Criteria for evaluating alternative systems of distribution can be discussed effectively with the help of this case. ... More

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Authors: Cohen, A R;

Reference No: OB0024(A) Pages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: A description of three related top executives who are treated as a small group with norms, values, etc. Students analyze the case using the same conceptual tools as for worker small groups. ... More

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Authors: Kuchhal, S C;

Reference No: F&A0008 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Considerations affecting the determination of a dividend policy in a new and expanding engineering company have to be analyzed. ... More

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