Reference No: OB0006Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case presents a situation where the government of a hypothetical country seeks help in designing the basic organizational form (directorate, corporation and/or cooperative) for taking over its handloom industry. It also gives a list of functions to be performed, based on which a detailed organizational structure is required ... More
Reference No: OB0039Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case describes the organizational structure and processes in a state handloom corporation as in existence at the end of two years of operations. The evolutionary process in crystallizing the structure and the apparently flexible style of the managing director are highlighted. Students are expected to evaluate the existing systems ... More
Reference No: MAR0244Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The product, Linear Alkyl Benzene, manufactured by IPCL, had a small market. The problem is how to develop the market so that consumption of LAB is increased. Students have to suggest the market development strategies to be adopted by the company. ... More
Reference No: BP0139Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The bio-data of three students who were interviewed for the position of management trainee (non-technical) are provided for reading before hearing a tape-recording of the interviews. ... More
Reference No: BP0155Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Describes the difficulties encountered by a large packaging containers manufacturer who had not responded to environmental changes in time. It provides an opportunity for discussing the relationship between an enterprise and its environment, as also the need to take strategic action to keep the two well-balanced. ... More
Reference No: PSG0027(A)Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The first Case (A) describes how the state family planning bureau guides and controls the field operations, particularly the nature of interaction between the state bureau and the district bureau. Based on an interview with the chief of family planning at state level, the case provides information on the functions ... More