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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0337 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: A comprehensive case in process costing. All theoretical issues concerning process costing can be discussed in a reallife setting. ... More

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Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0258TEC Pages: 27 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: It is a non-technical description of various issues that arise in sample selection for marketing research studies. Users' point of view has influenced the content and the style of writing of this note. It draws upon the experience of actual marketing research studies which are included as illustrations. It deals ... More

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Authors: Govindarajan, V;

Reference No: F&A0345 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: Deals with management control in a discretionary expense centre. The setting is the company's legal department. ... More

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Authors: Pathak, H N;

Reference No: ECO0267TEC Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: The note discusses the nature and operations of typical ancillary industries in the smallscale sector. It emphasizes the economic and managerial factors that are significant in the working of ancillary industries. It includes material on Government policy for development of ancillaries in the smallscale sector. ... More

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Authors: Jaikumar, V;

Reference No: F&A0341 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: Raises the issue of the impact on production when an item is repeatedly produced because of the increasing efficiency of workers due to learning (or experience). ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0338 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: An introductory case in internal auditing. The role and the detailed duties and responsibilities of the internal audit department are described. The department's utility and effectiveness are the issues for discussion. ... More

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Authors: Korgaonker, M G;

Reference No: PROD0164 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: The case deals with the design of an optimal preventive maintenance cycle for a machine with a pre?specified preventive maintenance schedule and breakdown pattern. The aim is to develop a cycle that will minimize expected cost of preventive maintenance and breakdown repairs per period. ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0269TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: The note identifies the many decisions related to managing marketing research activities. It enlists the steps necessary to be used if an outside research agency is used. It also identifies and lists the questions which need answers for the search and selection of an outside agency. ... More

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0348 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: Describes the capital budgeting process followed by one of the largest companies in India - TISCO. It gives an account of the practical aspects of investment analysis. The difficulties in using the sophisticated investment techniques are also highlighted. ... More

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Authors: Wadhva, C D;

Reference No: ECO0277 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: This case deals with the evolution and growth of the export business of a smallscale unit within the context of the overall business policy of the organization. It focuses on the costs and benefits of the exporting activity and also on the organizational aspects of splitting up the family ... More

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Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0266TEC Pages: 25 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: The purpose of the note is to familiarize readers with the Indian distribution scene the large size of the distribution task, kinds of functionaries working and the type of functions performed by them, evaluation of the performance of the Indian distribution system, including the government's keen interest with respect to ... More

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Authors: Verma, Pramod;

Reference No: P&IR0147(A) Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: Refers to the preparations made by a union for negotiating a new wage agreement. Case (A) deals with collection of data by the union. Case (B) P&IR0147(B) shows how the union obtains the help of a group of academicians in analyzing and interpreting the data with a view ... More

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Authors: Shukla, P R; Thomas, P S;

Reference No: PROD0171 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: CPCL is a joint sector firm set up with Japanese collaboration to produce acrylic plastic using the by?product of a petrochemical complex??a highly poisonous gas??as a key raw material. Although the manufacturing process was sound, the company was beset with a number of problems during its two? ... More

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Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K;

Reference No: MAR0263TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: Describes the decision areas and importance of research in sales and distribution management (Section I) and the process of research (Section II). The last section (Section III) illustrates how research methods could be used for different decision areas. ... More

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