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Authors: Halse, Michael;

Reference No: CMA0009 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1963

Abstract: An explanation of the functions of dairy husbandry division of a major dairy, giving the problems before the manager in establishing a new feed plant. ... More

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Authors: Reynolds, J;

Reference No: BP0010(A) Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1963

Abstract: A major paper manufacturer is trying to decide whether to bid for some interest in a small government paper mill which has on hand machinery needed to make it a larger unit. ... More

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Authors: Nambudiri, C N S; Parameswaran, K V;

Reference No: PROD0049(A) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case describes how, in a small rubber company, the introduction of a new hydraulic press to replace hand?operated presses brings up questions of meeting production targets and wages of workers in the new press. Targets can be met only if working time is reduced by improving the layout ... More

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Authors: Pruthi, S P S;

Reference No: ECO0028(A) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The case highlights the experience of a lending company in its dealing with the government machinery. It includes an analysis of the problems of (A) Industrial Licensing, (B) capital issue, (C) Import of capital goods, (D) Foreign collaboration ... More

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Authors: Kuchhal, S C;

Reference No: F&A0009 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: A discussion of the problems faced by the management in getting a new issue underwritten and the considerations to be kept in mind at the time of employing underwriters. ... More

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Authors: Cohen, A R;

Reference No: OB0024(C1) Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: A description of the relationship between the rolled products sales manager and the production manager. Students analyze how the nature of their tasks contributes to their inability to coordinate. ... More

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Authors: Halse, Michael;

Reference No: CMA0010 Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: A comparison of the profitabilities of different milk products handled by the dairy to determine a target for butter production. ... More

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Authors: Cohen, A R;

Reference No: OB0049(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: The managing director wants to give more decision?making responsibility to his subordinates, but, having been autocratic in the past, he is not sure how to start. ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0013(J) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Dissatisfied with the system of distribution through stockists, the top management of the firm was considering whether it should replace this distribution system by its own distribution system. Criteria for evaluating alternative systems of distribution can be discussed effectively with the help of this case. ... More

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Authors: Copen, M R;

Reference No: PROD0013(A) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Capacity planning is the step subsequent to forecasting the future sales pattern. The note discusses how to find out the plant sizes and their time phasing so that the demand is satisfied at minimum cost. The total cost is discounted to first period. ... More

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Authors: Cohen, A R;

Reference No: OB0034(B) Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: A description of the job requirements and attitudes of the chief engineer, including interviews with his assistants. The class analyses the job demands and relates the analysis with the engineer's emergent behaviour, frustration and withdrawal, and assesses whether or not he "delegates" responsibility. ... More

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Authors: Cohen, A R;

Reference No: OB0024(A) Pages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: A description of three related top executives who are treated as a small group with norms, values, etc. Students analyze the case using the same conceptual tools as for worker small groups. ... More

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Authors: Vora, M N;

Reference No: MAR0012 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Describes various salesmen's incentive schemes. Arguments in favour and against group incentive versus individual incentive systems are put forward. The question as to whether the company should use a different incentive scheme for managers as compared to the salesmen is discussed. Problems of implementation of incentive schemes are highlighted. ... More

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Authors: Pruthi, S P S; Mote, V L;

Reference No: QM0031 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1964

Abstract: Deals with the classification of the capital and revenue expenditures for the purposes of depreciation allowance. ... More

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