Reference No: PROD0078Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Presents a situation where there is scope for simplification of work and for relating the simplification to financial implications. Provides an opportunity to students to quantify the benefits of suggested work simplifications and their effects on the workload of employees. In a sense it makes the students challenge the conventional ... More
Reference No: CMA0085Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: This case is on one of the aspects of functional management in dairying organisations viz. procurement. The specific aspect covered in this case is chilling of milk and its effect on reduction of sourage. An example of a village-level milk producers cooperative society is quoted. The incremental expenses of cooling ... More
Reference No: CMA0811(B)Pages: 35Published on: 12, June, 2008
Abstract: A famous brand of sauce tested positive for Sudan I (a prohibited carcinogenic dye added for colour enhancement), which led to the biggest food products recall off the shelves in supermarkets and departmental stores of Britain. This brought to light that the mandatory testing of Sudan I by Spices Board ... More
Reference No: PSG0007TECPages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: In this note, data regarding a district and a specific PHC in the district have been given and participants are asked to develop a strategic plan for the MCH programme in that district. In this process they also have to identify gaps in, and ways of obtaining available information. ... More
Reference No: PROD0173TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This note reviews the developments in the field of multiple?criteria decision-making (MCDM) together with developments in related areas such as utility theory and decision theory. Multiple criteria problems and basic approaches to solve these problems are mentioned. Direct estimation approach and interactive approach for estimating decision?makers' preferences are ... More
Reference No: PROD0110TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Defines technology planning, and enumerates on the manager's role, types of technology changes, technological forecasting, mechanism of technology transfer, and technological strategy. ... More
Reference No: F&A0467Pages: 11Published on: 9, September, 2003
Abstract: Gujarat State Financial Corporate has been incurring losses in recent years. The management of GSFC and the government of Gujarat here to decide which of the options they need to persuive closure, revival of GSFC as an independent entity or merger with another financial institutions. ... More
Reference No: BP0282(C)Pages: 29Published on: 2, December, 2002
Abstract: This case describes the performance, competitive situation, and regulatory environment of TI Cycles in 2000-01. It presents the key initiatives of the management of TI Cycles between 1994-95 and 2000-01 in manufacturing, internationalization, new product development, organizational restructuring and new culture building. Mr. Hari, the new President of TI Cycles ... More
Reference No: CMHS0014(B)Pages: 12Published on: 22, June, 2012
Abstract: The increasing load on CMC hospital services over the years and its consequences on service quality has been a matter of great concern to Dr Suranjan Bhattacharji, the Director of CMC Hospital, Vellore. The hospital resources were getting stretched beyond limits in order to cope with the demand for services. ... More
Reference No: PROD0292Pages: 16Published on: 16, June, 2008
Abstract: Novire Technologies, an IT based logistics solutions provider, had introduced a new system called Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) which uses Global Positioning System to track vehicles. ABC Private Ltd (ABC), a cement manufacturing company, decided to try this system and went for a pilot study on five of its trucks. ... More
Reference No: PROD0161TECPages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Deals with the technique of work analysis, covering various aspects like procedures used to select the job for study, recording instruments, critical evaluation of recorded data, and development of improved methods of performing work. ... More
Reference No: OB0007TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Deals with the nature and functions of formal norms within organizations. An analysis of the norms leads to the introduction of the concept of bureaucracy and functions of rules within an organization. The note also discusses the power dimension within organizations and the corresponding commitment generated among members. Finally, the ... More
Reference No: OB0006Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case presents a situation where the government of a hypothetical country seeks help in designing the basic organizational form (directorate, corporation and/or cooperative) for taking over its handloom industry. It also gives a list of functions to be performed, based on which a detailed organizational structure is required ... More
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: MAR0511Pages: 21Published on: 31, January, 2020
Abstract: Lupin, an India-based pharma firm, started its Novel Drug Discovery and Development (NDDD) division in 2010. In 2018, the division licensed MALT1 inhibitors to AbbVie, an MNC Pharma firm for a down payment of USD 30 million, to be followed by progressive payments of USD 947 million over 10 years. This was the first success ... More
