Reference No: P&IR0064(C)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The company is facing a strike situation due to reduction in bonus payment as compared to the previous year's bonus. While the workers are on strike, the management is wondering whether to pay a higher bonus and whether to pay wages for the strike period. This case focuses on the ... More
Reference No: HRM0239(C)Pages: 6Published on: 13, December, 2017
Abstract: Dr. Vakil interviewed two people Kabir Kumar and Purav Jha. Kabir Kumar was working in the textile design department for the past four years and six months. He was leaving Texica and moving into another rival company Fabrika. After discussions about the various experiences in the organization, the consultant asked ... More
Reference No: PSG0020TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The note outlines the steps that a branch of the Family Planning
Association of India would need to take in formulating a branch
study. This would require: 1) Defining the broad goals and objectives
of the branch in terms of services to be provided, client
segments, regional coverage, and channels to ... More
Reference No: OB0167Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case is about an individual who has become a victim of organizational politics. It highlights how top officials indulge in politics concerning organizational use of lower?level officials; and how an individual, as a consequence of this politics, develops conflict within himself, which in turn leads to a dramatic ... More
Reference No: P&IR0064(A)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Case (A) pertains to the payment of bonus in a textile mill. By changing the method of calculating depreciation, the management reduces the quantum of bonus. This is objected by the union. A strike is averted by the timely intervention of the manager. In Case (B) P&IR0064(B), both ... More
Reference No: P&IR0171Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Refers to the system of grievance- handling in the Ahmedabad textile industry. A specific problem raised by a worker has been dealt within the case. Intervention by the union is also described. ... More
Reference No: OB0024(A)Pages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: A description of three related top executives who are treated as a small group with norms, values, etc. Students analyze the case using the same conceptual tools as for worker small groups. ... More
Reference No: OB0181TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: The note discusses the concept of organizational change, characteristics of change and different approaches to managing problems of resistance, control and power while introducing change, The note also discusses competencies and attributes of an internal change agent. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0071(B)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The three cases refer to the problem of discipline in industry. They highlight the fact that disciplinary measures can be taken by the management under the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act even when misconduct takes place outside the factory premises. Case (A) describes the problem and the philosophy of the ... More
Reference No: P&IR0185Pages: 26Published on: 27, February, 2002
Abstract: Scooter India Ltd., a government of India owned enterprise, secured the license to produce two wheelers at a time when its demand far exceeded supply in the country. Government of India, the owner of the company, controlled the industry. Yet, the company could not report profits for nearly 25 years since ... More
Reference No: OB0058(A)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: This case is the first part of a three-part case. It describe the perception of the chief executive who is also the major stock-holder of the company about his subordinates. The case gives some incidents on which the chief executive bases his opinions as well as the perception of the ... More
Reference No: OB0193Pages: 13Published on: 8, March, 2001
Abstract: Nitish at Solutions Unlimited is a case about a young MBA graduate who changed his job to an organization at the recommendation of his friend and his spouse who also worked in the HR Department. The initial decisions taken by Meena came to the notice of the senior people in ... More
Reference No: P&IR0077(B)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Case (A) P&IR0077(A) is about the emergence and behaviour of two unions socialist and communist in an American firm of architects and engineers. It raises discussions on several industrial relations, issues, such as union recognition, inter union rivalry, union pressures, management response, etc. The class is expected to ... More
Reference No: P&IR0197Pages: 3Published on: 5, May, 2006
Abstract: A high performing sports instructed, who has visible credit to his account is cause of complaints form students and parents. Though warned earlier, complaints continue. At stake is the schools reputation, the public perception of the school and the recovery in sports claimed over last two years. Good teachers are ... More
Reference No: PROD0022Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: An automobile manufacturer attempts to introduce an employee bonus plan in the machine shop. The student is required to suggest a suitable scheme. Data for two manufactured parts are given which give an idea of the existing efficiency level. ... More
