Reference No: P&IR0069(A)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The two cases refer to industrial relations in the jute industry in West Bengal during 1969- 75. Case (A) deals specifically with the strike that took place in 1969. Case (B) P&IR0069(B) takes up events between 1969 and 1975, including a strike in 1975. The two cases together reflect the economic and political ... More
Reference No: MAR0186Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Based on a cross section of medical representatives of pharmaceutical companies, this study had two major objectives: 1) Identification of the significant determinants of role conflict clarity, quality of supervision, job tension and job satisfaction; 2) Investigation of the strength and direction of relationships between role conflict, job tension, and job satisfaction ... More
Reference No: MAR0239Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Richardson Hindustan Limited is a pharmaceutical company whose advertising expenditure has been increasing along with increasing sales. This case illustrates the scope for expansion of marketing in the rural areas arising from the vast market potential which is consistently developing in these areas. The type of advertising plan required for ... More
Reference No: PROD0144(D)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Deals with the evaluation of the total productivity effort of the shop management. It refers to the standard products division of a large public limited company. The case looks at the total productivity improvement programme of the company in a historical perspective and then evaluates in quantitative terms the contribution ... More
Reference No: F&A0317Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case deals with the mechanics of preparing accounting books. It involves preparation of journal entries, "T" accounts, trial balance, adjustment entries and final accounts. It provides an understanding of the various accounting concepts, principles and conventions involved in recording business transactions. ... More
Reference No: PROD0141Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Deals with the setting up of suitable incentives in a machine shop. It focuses on long? and short?term problems involved in adopting either individual or group incentive schemes in such shops. ... More
Reference No: QM0137(A)Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Describes the existing document flow and reports generated through the computerized system. Includes comments on the usefulness of the existing systems, and defines problem areas. The case provides sufficient data for developing a gross design of a new computerized system. ... More
Reference No: BP0141(A)Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: In May 1978, the companys Managing Director was concerned over the delay in getting government sanctions for starting an export- oriented tool-manufacturing venture. His dilemma was how best he could communicate the urgency of the situation and the need for speedy clearance of the project to the government, particularly the bureaucracy. ... More
Reference No: F&A0324Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The third of the set, this case describes the organization's efforts to introduce budgetary control systems at the regional level. It also describes the Financial Adviser's efforts to help the regional managers prepare a set of semi- annual budgets from the trial balance generated by the financial accounting system. ... More
Reference No: OB0056(C)Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Based on research conducted by the personnel manager within the factory and a limited industry survey, action plans to contain absenteeism are discussed. ... More
Reference No: MAR0184Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: A leading manufacturer of refrigerators is planning to introduce a new product -- an air conditioner. A study is commissioned to understand the target consumers' buying behaviour. The marketing manager, aided by the findings and recommendations of the research group, needs to devise a promotional strategy. The case provides an ... More
