Reference No: PROD0204TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the features of expert systems and briefly discusses their applicability in the field of management. Expert systems aim to computerize the knowledge of one or more experts in a problem domain. Unlike in a decision support system, the overall direction for problem solving in an expert system ... More
Reference No: HRM0243Pages: 9Published on: 22, April, 2019
Abstract: Sanjay Sahay, Additional Director General of Karnataka Police and the mastermind behind the fully operational IT ecosystem for Karnataka police reviewed the challenges and bottlenecks in the implementation of the system. He pondered upon the next steps in the direction of national implementation of the technology and his future career ... More
Reference No: CISG0007TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: This paper traces the evolution of information technology applications in the last three decades. A review of the impact of IT on Indian organizations suggests that we have failed to harness the full potential of this technology. The need for a planned approach to IT applications is discussed. Some approaches ... More
Reference No: IS0143Pages: 6Published on: 14, December, 2023
Abstract: The case delineates a scenario in which the chief information officer (CIO) of a manufacturing company must prioritise IT applications. There are a total of 15 applications, each with associated costs, durations and risk profiles. These applications are intended to support various functions and processes within the organisation. However, their selection ... More
Reference No: CISG0083TECPages: 20Published on: 7, June, 2005
Abstract: The note presents a brief overview of hardware components such as processor, memory, peripheral devices, and network and communication devices. It discusses various computer configurations networking, internet and intranet technologies, and system software packages such as operating systems and language processors. It briefly describes the end user computing systems such ... More
Reference No: IS0140Pages: 5Published on: 1, October, 2020
Abstract: The case revolves around a marketing/sales executive who works in the Ad Sales wing of a popular search engine. Over the course of the case, the protagonist realizes that their marketing strategy needs to refocus on a different vertical than the one they have been paying the most attention ... More
Reference No: CIPR0004(A)Pages: 36Published on: 23, March, 2010
Abstract: This case focuses on risk identification in the context of a railway Public Private Partnership (PPP) project. The perspective is that of a lender. The project was to provide broad gauge (BG) rail connectivity to Pipavav port from Surendranagar, over a distance of 265 kms. The case provides the salient features ... More
Reference No: STR0467Pages: 22Published on: 23, November, 2022
Abstract: The case is about the steps taken by Luminous India Ltd., a company primarily engaged in the businesses of the Power Storage Batteries (PSB) and Home Electric Business (HEB) and inverters. It was also on the verge of expanding to renewable energy business. The company has undertaken multiple Information Technology ( ... More
Reference No: CISG0021TECPages: 11Published on: 6, June, 1994
Abstract: This note discusses a conceptual framework for Decision Support Systems. It traces the evolution of DSS based on two disparate approaches to management decisions that can be labelled as the Management Science Approach and the Behavioural Sciences approach. The note also discusses the basic characteristics of Decision Support System and ... More
Reference No: QM0045Pages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1971
Abstract: Describes the evolution of data- processing applications in a modern textile mill over the last twenty years. The company, which started mechanization with Hollerith equipment, now has an IBM 8K system (tape oriented) and plans to go in for an IBM 360/30 system shortly. The factors responsible for the introduction of ... More
