Reference No: P&IR0088Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with the problems of performance appraisal at the officer level. The system being used in the organization includes self- reporting, followed by ratings by the superior officer against a list of personality traits and job responsibilities. The organizational diagnosis indicates problems at the time of recruitment, work ... More
Reference No: BP0069(A)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: A comprehensive case, Hindustan Tractors Limited (AR) brings the functional and general management policies of the company into sharp focus against the background of industry trends, competitor strategies, and government licensing and pricing policies. The case is helpful in explaining how the companys basic policies were ill tuned to techno ... More
Reference No: BP0076(B)Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the organizational tasks to be performed by the key functional departments and their heads, the regional directors, and the stations and station managers. The differentiation among the departments and the interdependencies, which demand a high amount of integration, are highlighted. The concept of power through control over resources and ... More
Reference No: MAR0154(A)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: A large consumer products company, which relies on direct distribution to the retail level, is concerned about the selling skills of its sales force in a competitive environment. Sales training in the form of short refresher courses is being proposed to upgrade selling skills. ... More
Reference No: BP0092(A)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the pressures from labour and political leaders on the government to take over a closed vanaspati unit under the Industries Act. Should it take over? What are the costs and benefits and the administrative implications of each alternative? ... More
Reference No: MAR0171(B)Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Certain doubts were raised about the effectiveness of promoting Minadex as an iron tonic. The agency set to work on a new proposition which would highlight specific benefits rather than make general claims about health and energy. A survey of tonic users, carried out before test marketing, reflected consumers' perception ... More
Reference No: QM0097Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Deals with resource allocation for district planning. When many projects compete for resources, the choice of a set of projects within the budget poses problem to the planner. ... More
Reference No: F&A0290Pages: 35Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the accounting adjustments made by the management that is subsequently audited and found to be without any operational basis. The auditors allege that sales have been inflated, adjustments have been made in receivables and inventories, and profit figures increased. This happens when the profit and loss account is to ... More
Reference No: P&IR0056(B)Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: In 1972, the manager, in charge of training, had to prepare a perspective plan for training for the period 1973- 75, to be submitted for the Board's approval. The priorities required to be kept in view while planning and implementing the training activities, and the specific recommendations to be made for overcoming ... More
