Reference No: F&A0281(B)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: In Case (B), described are the responsibilities and job description of a project manager (and the related information system). Some of the organizational problems arising out of the present project administration are presented. The case brings out the problem of reconciling conflicting objectives of technological development and project execution on ... More
Reference No: CMA0456Pages: 17Published on: 17, December, 1977
Abstract: The case describes the genesis of the Intensive Agricultural District Programme (IADP), introduced in 1960-61, covering programme objectives and strategy, and organizational design proposed under the programme. Based on empirical data, the case further provides the organizational structure as in operation in two districts. ... 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: MAR0117TECPages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Describes the nature of measurement in marketing. The existing ways of measuring knowledge and attitude scaling techniques like Thurstone's law of comparative judgement, semantic differential scaling, Thurstone's differential scale and Q sort have been discussed. Aspects of validity and reliability, and methods for establishing them are included in the note. ... More
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: MAR0114TECPages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This note gives a detailed version of the functioning of the organization that is the central purchase organization of the Government of India and buys the major requirements of all ministries and departments of the central government. ... 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: MAR0380Pages: 34Published on: 26, June, 2006
Abstract: Hidesign® is perhaps the only brand from India in the fashion leather accessory category to adorn the shelves of prestigious departmental stores in some of the big cities of the world. The reputation of the brand in some sense is more in proportion to the sales that the brand had ... More
Reference No: F&A0233(B)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1973
Abstract: The team of consultants engaged in defining L&T's businesses, and streamlining its management planning and control systems, identifies four major "product groups" as distinct businesses of L&T. The existing reporting system in relation to one of these four groups is described. The case seeks to identify the determinants ... 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: MAR0028Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Procurement of a controlled item which is sold in the open market and the implications of this procurement policy on company planning are discussed. ... More
Reference No: MAR0061Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Raises many doubts about the role of consumer surveys and highlights the reservations of a marketing executive towards marketing research. Issues related to the tendency of jumping directly to collection of primary information are highlighted. ... More
Reference No: PSG0065TECPages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: This note describes the concept of MOUs conditions for their effectiveness, origin of the concept, different kinds of MOUs and their format, the mechanisms of monitoring MOUs and the lessons for meaningful application of MOU concept. It briefly describes the experiences in some countries and discusses the reasons for the ... More
Reference No: F&A0233(F)Pages: 29 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the problems experienced by L&T in fixing relative profit responsibilities for its regional offices and product divisions. The nature of operations of these two centres are described and their operational characteristics highlighted. The case requires the formulation of criteria to determine profit centres and the application of such ... More
