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Authors: Wadhva, C D;

Reference No: ECO0241 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case presents the problem of working out the rates to be quoted by Victory Exports Pvt. Ltd. for supplying aluminium poles to Iraq. It is a trial order. It requires the application of the principles of export pricing and knowledge of the working of the foreign exchange market where ... More

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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

Reference No: MAR0163 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The company makes various forms of packaging. Since the demand comes from a diverse set of consumer industries, the company prepares a longterm forecast based on the growth projections of user industries. The sales force prepares a forecast for the immediate future. The company wants to integrate the forecasts ... More

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

Reference No: BP0111(B) Pages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Details the steps taken by the new, part-time chairman of HPF during his "first hundred days" in office. ... More

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Authors: Bhatnagar, S C;

Reference No: QM0120 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Describes the problem of traffic congestion at a busy crossing in Ahmedabad. Data has been provided on the pattern of arrival of different modes of transport from different directions at the square. Issues arising out of heterogeneity in modes of transportation are raised and alternative ways of resolving this problem ... More

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Authors: Saiyadain, M S;

Reference No: OB0011 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This case raises issues related to the introduction and actualization of the method of objective tests in the selection of personnel for government agencies. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0302 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Outlines a process-costing problem to illustrate the treatment of normal loss and abnormal loss. Does not cover abnormal gain. Also involves treatment of equivalent units of loss and closing work-in-process. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0309 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This is a comprehensive case in variance analysis covering material, labour and overhead variances. Analysis of variances needs to be followed by assigning responsibility for the variances. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0087 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: This is a case in comprehensive variance analysis. Requires computation of material, labour, and variable and fixed overheads in a process-costing situation. Variances have to be worked out on equivalent units of production rather than on just finished goods. ... More

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Authors: Sheth, Shanti; Raghavachari, M;

Reference No: QM0080 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: Studies Gujarati housewives' choice of cooking media, and is based on their answers to a questionnaire. Students are required to analyse the data to find out the housewives' preference for cooking media in a locality of Ahmedabad. ... More

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Authors: Mote, V L; Saha, Jahar;

Reference No: QM0096(A) Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case starts with the questions of product profitability and increases price of certain products. The questions arise because the company was consistently using money. The problem therefore is how to improve the profitability of the company. It is unviable without price increase. If, 'no' what should be the product ... More

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Authors: Satia, J K;

Reference No: PSG0021 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case discusses the preparations needed by a branch of the FPAI to start a mobile education-cum-service unit (MESU). The officials would need a plan to get the project started, hire and train staff, select the area, and so on. Where should it begin? ... More

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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Khurana, Rakesh;

Reference No: MAR0185 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: A consumer goods company is interested in evaluating the performance of its dealers. A quarterly statement, giving information on profitability and capital structure, is obtained from the dealers. The issues in the case concern the interpretation and analysis of the statements of two dealers. Interesting possibilities exist for analyzing dealer ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0252(A) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

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Authors: Tripathi, D; Mehta, M J;

Reference No: ECO0236 Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1977

Abstract: The case gives the history of Larsen & Toubro since its inception. ... More

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