Reference No: PROD0160Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Part I deals with basic computations in PERT network, namely: 1) computation of critical path, 2) expected time to complete the project, 3) probability of completing the project by specified due dates, and 4) manpower loading. Part II deals with the problem of resource levelling in projects under conditions of, 1) single resource requirement, and 2) ... More
Reference No: BP0414Pages: 10Published on: 4, December, 2017
Abstract: The case discusses the issues related to Zee Tele Films Limited’s claims that the Board of Cricket Control of India was “state” and could act arbitrarily in the award of telecasting rights. The “state” as defined in Article 12 includes “other authorities”, and these are subject to the constitutional limitations. ... More
Reference No: OB0090TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Man communicates both verbally and through cues that are not verbal (e.g. the body, space, time and things). Although words are a powerful medium of communication with regard to external facts and events, they are nowhere near the nonverbal medium in communicating inner feelings, emotions and interpersonal attitudes. An ... More
Reference No: P&IR0099TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This note acts as supportive conceptual material for classroom discussions on various forms of industrial conflict, especially between organized groups of management and workers. It examines the degree and levels of conflict and also discusses some of the positive functions of conflict. It then poses industrial conflict as a result ... More
Reference No: PROD0175(E)TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: Discusses the basic inventory systems for controlling inventories under uncertain demand and lead-time. The continuous review system and periodic review system are discussed, and determination of control parameters for the two systems is explained. The concepts of service level, safety stock and reorder point are discussed, and formulas for determining ... More
Reference No: BP0139Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The bio-data of three students who were interviewed for the position of management trainee (non-technical) are provided for reading before hearing a tape-recording of the interviews. ... 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: P&IR0130TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The so called traditional institutions in Indian society have always been subject to local variations. The many versions of the caste system, Hindu religion and joint family have undergone changes in response to internal and external forces. At the same time some fundamental aspects of the social structure have survived. ... More
Reference No: F&A0229TECPages: 24Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This note discusses some aspects of the measurement of the benefits from investment and the development of criteria for choosing a project. The focus of the discussion is on how to build uncertainty about the behaviour of several key input factors underlying the projected rate of return explicitly in the ... More
Reference No: OB0154TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The note discusses the need for training in organizations. It also points out some of the factors that could make training ineffective in organization. A brief discussion then follows on some of the more common types of training. Finally it indicates some of the problems and issues involved in the ... More
Reference No: QM0136Pages: 1Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Presents the decision problems encountered in setting up a stall at the fun fair organized at IIMA. Customers had tries at dropping a coin into a bowl kept inside a bucket of water. Given several hypotheses on the nature of uncertainties (probability of successes and number of customers), issues on ... More
Reference No: PROD0206TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the characteristics of queuing systems, and discusses the techniques of hand simulation and computer simulation for analysing queuing systems. Pseudo codes are presented for the fixed time and variable time increment methods. The specific systems considered are the single channel single server, and single channel multiple parallel ... 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
