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Authors: Chand, S; Gopinath, C; Mukherjee, S K;

Reference No: PROD0102TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Layout of physical facilities is an integrating phase of design of production systems. Materials handling cost, safety of workers, flexibility for plant expansion in future, etc, depend on plant layout to a large extent. This note briefly discusses some of the popular plant layout techniques. The spiral chart technique has ... More

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Authors: Saleem, P A;

Reference No: MAR0130(B) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Case (B) suggests a formula for compensation structure, including commissions for salesmen. ... More

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Authors: Bhattacharyya, S K; Camillus, J C;

Reference No: F&A0233(I) Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: After developing the required understanding of a long range framework for more effective budgeting [described in L&T (D) and (E)], the General Manager (Finance) considers the time appropriate to have a hard look at the existing budgeting system in the organization. Several issues (e.g. the role of the ... More

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Authors: Mampilly, Paul;

Reference No: F&A0279 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Precision Photo Equipments manufactures professional photographic equipment. The case brings up the following issues for discussion: 1) how to estimate the incremental working capital requirement on a change in the activity level in respect of various items the company is manufacturing; 2) the implications of a change in the price level of ... More

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Authors: Andiappan, P; Pathak, H N;

Reference No: ECO0171TEC Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Various methods of estimating the demand for steel in India, and the difficulties theoretical and practical  inherent in such an exercise are discussed. The supplementary note discusses the latest attempt at estimating the demand with the help of the end-use method. ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0111 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: The case is based on a survey report of blade users. Perceptions of various segments of users of razor blades are assessed in this survey. ... 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: 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: Bhattacharyya, S K; Camillus, J C;

Reference No: F&A0223 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Describes the budget formulation and settlement process arising out of the consultants' recommendations for providing the required linkage between the corporate management's expectations and the potential and opportunities perceived by the operating and executive managements. The nature of participation and involvement of all levels of management  from corporate management to ... More

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

Reference No: BP0056(A) Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: Describes the companys diversification programme and its rationale. Provides information for evaluating the choice of diversification and the results accomplished up to 1969. ... 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: 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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Authors: Kuchhal, S C;

Reference No: F&A0217 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1974

Abstract: The case deals with 1) relevance of convertible securities for raising longterm funds in the Indian environment, 2) choice between shortterm borrowing and mediumterm bonds, which are convertible into equity at the option of holders, and 3) comparative merits of loan converted into equity by lending institutions, and convertible bonds ... More

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