Reference No: P&IR0055(A)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the process of computerization and its organizational implications in an industrial undertaking. In Part A, the management's decision to install a computer and its acceptance at various managerial levels are brought out in a historical perspective. Part B describes the effects of computerization on industrial relations in the organization. ... More
Reference No: F&A0213Pages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the structural problems encountered by a service organization in implementing the recommendations of the Review Committee set up to redefine its objectives and recommend appropriate organizational changes. It also describes the activities of the service organization and requires the formulation of an appropriate structure consistent with its operations and ... More
Reference No: P&IR0068(A)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Reviews events in Indian Railways from February to June 1974. It raises some structural and process issues in the industrial relations system in Indian Railways. The role of the government as an employer is highlighted. ... More
Reference No: F&A0269Pages: 32 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes in detail the corporate plan introduced by a new management team in a large public sector undertaking after there has been considerable criticism of the inability of indigenous suppliers of power equipment to deliver the promised supply. The corporate plan is described in detail and adequate data relating to ... More
Reference No: P&IR0004(B)Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the management's response to the union's threat of mass agitation if the officers alleged to be negligent are not duly punished. The management's conclusion regarding the accidents differs from that of the union, and hence it decides not to take action against the officers. The employees resort to a ... More
Reference No: BP0055Pages: 48Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Discusses the operational problems faced by the first company set up to manufacture complete bicycles in India; illustrates how the pricing policy (to fight competition from imported cycles) and higher wage structure became detrimental to the survival of the company; and brings out the policy of tariff protection and other ... More
Reference No: F&A0186Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The case describes the planning process in a company in the electricity supply business. It serves to highlight the nature of the strategic choices open to a company that is closely regulated. ... More
Reference No: F&A0239Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The company changes its structure from a functional setup to a profit responsible product group setup so that top management can devote more time to future company policies. The case brings up issues relating to design considerations in structural reorganization in the context of the organization's variables and environmental factors. ... More
Reference No: OB0057Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case deals with the problems of implementation of a managerial decision to reward a highly efficient employee of a district panchayat. While the top administrators responsible for evaluating the person clearly recommend the award, the issue gets indefinitely delayed due to procedural questions raised by a superior agency and ... More
