Reference No: P&IR0210Pages: 6Published on: 30, October, 2012
Abstract: Minu was a star performer at Bless Eye Clinic Ahmedabad and was promoted as the front-office coordinator. Lately her performance was a concern and complaints had come in. She was observed using facebook on her PC during breaks and often glued to her smart phone during work hours. Later it ... More
Reference No: P&IR0165Pages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case deals with the issues in respect of personnel and industrial relations matters when BHEL took over two units in Karnataka. The case tries to focus on the distinct identity and role of the personnel and industrial relations department in the overall takeover strategy. The case also discusses the ... More
Reference No: HRM0266Pages: 11Published on: 29, January, 2026
Abstract: This case underscores the significance of knowledge transfer within a consulting organisation. Jayesh, a young executive at Zenithon Consulting, was burdened with the workload of three employees, working 14–16 hours daily without adequate support. The absence of his manager, Ron, who was on medical leave, revealed critical gaps in knowledge documentation ... More
Reference No: HRM0251Pages: 23Published on: 26, January, 2022
Abstract: The premises of Wistron Infocomm Manufacturing (India) Private Limited (WIMPL) a 100% subsidiary of Wistron Corporation (WC), Taiwan, was vandalized by a group of agitated contract workers on December 12, 2020. Located in Narasapura in Karnataka state of India, WIMPL is a contract manufacturer of Apple Inc’s iconic iPhones, under the ‘Make ... More
Reference No: OB0241(A)Pages: 15Published on: 23, March, 2020
Abstract: Raman Basu, an employee at Woodworks Ltd., has tested positive for HIV; Jai Shah, the CEO of the firm (and the protagonist in this case) wants to arrive at a decision whether the employee should be asked to leave the organization or be retained. The case situation offers an opportunity ... 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: P&IR0038(A)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1972
Abstract: Describes in a historical perspective the background of the management and employees, and gives an account of the industrial relations machinery existing in the organization before the management formally launched the personnel function. This case acts as background material for the subsequent cases. In itself, it lends itself to a ... More
Reference No: OB0003(A)Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: A description of the clerical staff of AIRTC job requirements, administrative setup, seating arrangements, and status factors. Students are to predict the emergent behaviour. ... More
Reference No: OB0099TEC(Part I & II)Pages: 5, 4Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: During the process of socialization, an individual acquires his role identity. He learns the boundaries of the role, the "oughts," "musts" and the "shoulds" of the system. In terms of organizations, socialization can be interpreted as an attempt to modify previous behavioural dispositions of a new entrant. Failure to achieve ... More
Reference No: OB0117TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses the conflict?cooperation problem in industrial settings. After a brief mention of the Lewinian theory of conflict, potential sources of industrial conflict as well as the ways and methods of reducing and resolving the industrial conflict have been suggested. Taking the position that conflict and cooperation are two extremes ... More
Reference No: CMA0304Pages: 13Published on: 16, October, 1974
Abstract: The chief executive officer of a district (CEO) introduced some changes in methods of work and other organizational practices. He introduced PERT and CPM at the district level trained various officers in the new techniques. After his transfer from the district, the organization reverted back to the old practice. This ... More
Reference No: OB0241(C)Pages: 3Published on: 23, March, 2020
Abstract: Raman Basu, an employee at Woodworks Ltd., has tested positive for HIV; Jai Shah, the CEO of the firm (and the protagonist in this case) wants to arrive at a decision whether the employee should be asked to leave the organization or be retained. The case situation offers an opportunity ... More
Reference No: OB0103TECPages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This note describes the main elements of the social and political environment within which the modern administrator works; brings out some of the culture continuities built into Indian society in spite of the process of modernization in all walks of life, and especially focuses on the power distribution within the ... More
