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Published by: Cranfield School of Management
Published in: 1986
Length: 13 pages
Data source: Field research

Abstract

This is the first of a two-case series (186-009-1 and 186-010-1). JL Maltby Ltd. is a small UK agricultural and garden machinery dealership. The company is about to take on a second major tractor franchise and has ambitious plans for expansion over the next 5 years. The Managing Director is concerned that the company should maintain close control of stocks, alongside administrative and accounting efficiency over that period, and is seriously contemplating introducing a computerised system. The case gives the student the opportunity to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of computerisation and is particularly useful for the small business manager.
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Small
Other setting(s):
1977

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Abstract

This is the first of a two-case series (186-009-1 and 186-010-1). JL Maltby Ltd. is a small UK agricultural and garden machinery dealership. The company is about to take on a second major tractor franchise and has ambitious plans for expansion over the next 5 years. The Managing Director is concerned that the company should maintain close control of stocks, alongside administrative and accounting efficiency over that period, and is seriously contemplating introducing a computerised system. The case gives the student the opportunity to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of computerisation and is particularly useful for the small business manager.

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Location:
Size:
Small
Other setting(s):
1977

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