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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0124TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Involves the application of systematic layout techniques for a plastic bags manufacturing plant. It focuses on the understanding of the principal steps required for the use of the technique. Development of several alternative plans and their evaluation are envisaged. ... More

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Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi;

Reference No: QM0131TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The note describes five applications of PERT techniques in planning for educational administration. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0283 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: A caustic soda manufacturer was considering several alternatives for improving the firm's profitability. The company had faced a severe power-cut and the consequent underutilization of capacity and rise in unit cost. The case enables analysis of cost data for shortterm and longterm pricing. Students will be expected ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K; Jaikumar, V;

Reference No: F&A0314 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Deals with the use of relevant costs for analysis, and managerial decisions, in a joint product situation. Decisions involve choices between 1) alternative processes; 2) alternative uses of by product 3) new and old equipment; and 4) the activities to be pursued or dropped. Cost analysis could cover product line profitabilities and breakeven under ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C;

Reference No: MAR0167 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case deals with product line evaluation of a mediumsized distributor of consumer durables. Performance of the product lines carried is evaluated using three different criteria, namely, gross profit, percentage profit margin, and return on investment. An attempt is made to demonstrate the superiority of ROI criterion over the ... More

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Authors: Monappa, Arun;

Reference No: P&IR0032 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case deals with the evaluation of two selection instruments, the IQ test and the written essay type test, on the basis of an organization's experience. ... More

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Authors: Prahalad, C K; Thomas, Philip S;

Reference No: BP0111(C) Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Describes the progress made by HPF from 1972 to 1976 under the new part-time chairman. ... More

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Authors: Menon, C D;

Reference No: P&IR0120EX Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Covers the situation where the management is forced to evolve alternative strategies in profit sharing, combining improved productivity incentive payments and annual bonus payments. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0304 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Gives the actual material consumption for two products for two consecutive periods when the actual production also varies. Requires variance analysis, in an adapted way, for two periods. A combination of standards and past actuals are used to assess the current period's performance. ... More

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Authors: Kalro, A H; Satia, J K;

Reference No: PROD0117 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case concerns itself with the establishment of a suitable policy for purchase and stocking of the company's three major raw materials: asbestos fibre, sheet making, and pipe making felts, following the credit squeeze and the Tandon Committee's stipulated norms for inventory. The company is importing all three items, and ... More

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Authors: Bhandari, Labdhi R;

Reference No: MAR0197(B) Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case raises issues concerning organization of the marketing function. It describes the evolution of the marketing organization, and discusses the experience with recent organizational arrangements. A novel form of organization, involving parallel organizations for new products and established products, adopted by the company is discussed. ... More

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Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

Reference No: QM0123TEC Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Part- I describes basic methods of sorting records stored in the primary memory of a computer. Methods covered are distribution, distribution counting, radix, insertion, selection, merge insertion, bubble, shell and radix exchange sorts.Part- II covers advanced methods that are complex but efficient for sorting files residing in the main ... More

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Authors: Malya, M Meenakshi; Sachdeva, P S;

Reference No: P&IR0072(A) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This case deals with the problems of manpower planning for workers' category in TELCO, Poona. It gives the steps followed by the Manpower Planning Cell between 1969-73 up to the stage of submission of Manpower Planning Proposal No.2. This proposal identifies the phased needs for manpower, locates alternative sources for ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0312(A) Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: An introductory problem in process costing, covering four processes and three products. Introduces the concepts of transferred-in costs and equivalent units. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process and losses. ... More

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