Syntex Laboratories case study (resource allocation)

Syntex Laboratories (resource allocation)

This case provides a vehicle for discussing issues such as resource allocation, judgmental calibration of response models and implementation. The work in the case received the Edelman Prize in 1988 and the associated videotape gives a fascinating view of the process and describes the outcome.

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Managerially complex
30%

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Technically complex
30%

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C-Tek Corporation case study (resource allocation)

C-Tek Corporation (resource allocation)

In this resource allocation case, C-Tek Corporation must determine how to best allocate its existing sales reps and whether it is profitable to add additional reps.

Managerially complex
40%

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Technically complex
40%

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Recent
60%

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John French CALLPLAN case study (resource allocation)

John French CALLPLAN (resource allocation)

Salesman John French is trying to determine how to best cover the stores in his territory. Using resource allocation, John determines how often to visit each store per quarter.

Managerially complex
20%

A case study is deemed managerially complex when its solution is ambiguous, unclear, or requires extensive judgment calls; it is best suited for advanced students or executive education settings.

Technically complex
20%

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Recent
50%

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