Reference No: MAR0171(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: After many years of "ethical" promotion, Glaxo's syrup based tonic, Minadex, was going OTC since the company's management felt that this would help increase sales. A purchase proposition was required to build up an advertising campaign around it. Competitive claims were analyzed by the agency and it was decided to ... More
Reference No: BP0071Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the process of formulation of objectives of Modern Bakeries, a public enterprise. Provides a good basis for evaluating the objectives and for discussing the accomplishments of the company with respect to its objectives. The objectives were formulated after the government accepted a recommendation by the Administrative Reforms Commission that ... More
Reference No: QM0083TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note gives a matrix algebra approach to the simplex method. All the features of the simplex method are explained by matrix theory. ... More
Reference No: QM0101(C)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with cost reduction measures through minimum utilization of raw material in a gasket making unit. The use of mathematical models and the need for information systems (linkages) can be illustrated through this series. The series has been designed to illustrate the process of identifying, formulating and solving ... More
Reference No: ECO0233Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This case deals with the intricacies of international contracting in the export-import business, including the problems of exchange rate fluctuations. The case specifically focuses on the export contract of Super Traders Ltd, Bombay (an export house), with the Textile Trading Corporation, Tedda (Tedda Arab Kingdom), concluded in 1964 on a principal ... More
Reference No: MAR0178Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The 1969 Liberty shirts campaign came in for much debate for its bold and unorthodox approach. Some said the advertising was entertaining but was too sophisticated to sell. Some predicted ruin; only a few wholeheartedly backed the campaign. This case gives the extracts of an article by Mr. Frank Simoes, the ... More
Reference No: BP0095Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The public sector steel companies in India represent an overwhelmingly dominant segment of the total steel industry of the country. As such, corporate long range planning assumes dimensions which almost seem to overlap with the task of national log range planni The case provides an introduction to the complexity of ... More
Reference No: QM0110TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note discusses the importance of planning in the development of computer- based systems. It also briefly discusses the different phases in system development, such as systems planning, systems design, systems conversion and systems implementation. ... More
Reference No: F&A0282Pages: 30Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Building Products Limited (a company with 65% foreign ownership of equity) is a major producer of asbestos- based products in the country. The product is currently very profitable, but viewed as "mature" by the new managing director. The company has accumulated large liquid funds out of its past profits. It has ... More
Reference No: MAR0144(G)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case highlights the problems being faced by the company regarding its channels of distribution, especially the wholesalers. The alternatives being considered by the management to bring the wholesalers in line are presented, as also the details of the company's marketing strategy. The alternatives are to be evaluated in light ... More
Reference No: MAR0169Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: There had been a great deal of similarity in the advertising for transistor radios. Early in 1972, the agency for Phillips wanted to break new ground in campaigning. But the company managers asked if a distinctive treatment would make sense to the less sophisticated target consumers in semi urban markets. Besides ... More
Reference No: BP0069(A)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: A comprehensive case, Hindustan Tractors Limited (AR) brings the functional and general management policies of the company into sharp focus against the background of industry trends, competitor strategies, and government licensing and pricing policies. The case is helpful in explaining how the companys basic policies were ill tuned to techno ... More
Reference No: QM0101(A)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with cost reduction measures through minimum utilization of raw material in a gasket making unit. The use of mathematical models and the need for information systems (linkages) can be illustrated through this series. The series has been designed to illustrate the process of identifying, formulating and solving ... More
Reference No: ECO0229TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Questions have been repeatedly raised on the possible impact of price control policies of the government on location, investment, size, choice of technology, efficiency, and growth of industries. While not minimizing the importance of other questions, this paper concentrates on the impact of price control policies on location of the ... More
Reference No: MAR0176Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Protein Foods Association educated people on nutrition. In 1972, there was a three phase evaluation of the effectiveness of the Protein Communication Programme in Maharashtra. After specifying the communication task, target group, media strategy and mediawise expenditure of the campaign, the case gives the detailed methodology of the survey and the ... More
