Reference No: CISG0001Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case discusses the computerization process at Mudra Communications Limited. Specifically it highlights the experience an organization in implementing financial system in a Data Base Management System enviornment. It also helps to bring out potential area, problems and benefits of DBMS usage within organizations. ... More
Reference No: QM0222Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes the crew scheduling process for freight trains at a crew change point in Vadodara division. The various labour related constraints are given. The objective of this case discussion is to develop an information system, possibly a decision support system, to aid in the crew scheduling decision. ... More
Reference No: CISG0004Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This Case focuses on the choice for system upgradation at the Secunderabad Passenger Reservation System. This is set in the context of increasing demand in the Secunderabad PRS, due to growth in Secunderabad based reservations and networking with other centres. Secunderabad based reservations would go up not only because of ... More
Reference No: QM0230Pages: 44Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case describes the project identification formulation and implementation aspects of the computer based freight Operations Information System (OIS) being planned on Indian Railways (IR). This system is expected to bring about improved efficiency through modernization in information handling and decision-making processes, as well as a qualitative change in the ... More
Reference No: CISG0002TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: Learning is a very general term encompassing a wide variety of activities and is, hence difficult to define. It has commonly been regarded as the process of assimilating knowledge leading to increased understanding, summarization of experience, or any process which helps improve performance over time. Machine learning is an area ... More
Reference No: QM0225Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This case enumerates the various forms of concessions given to students. The aim of the case is to develop a methodology to calculate the subsidy payment due to Vidyarthi Transport Corporation from the government. The use of a spreadsheet like LOTUS 1-2-3 can be demonstrated in this case. ... More
Reference No: CISG0005TECPages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: This note is meant to give an introduction to stepwise refinement as a method of describing/developing an algorithm, which can be later converted to a computer program in a procedural language like BASIC, FORTRAN, or PASCAL. In developing an algorithm in this strategy, using an informal language is convenient. ... More
Reference No: CISG0016Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: The case provides information on the Information Technology development and applications in Egypt, and the initiatives taken by the Egyptian Government to promote the use of IT. It discusses the setting up of the cabinet Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC) in 1985-86, and its growth during the next seven ... 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: CISG0014TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1993
Abstract: This is the seventh note in a series of seven notes on QBasic. The topics discussed in this note are: (i) need for external data files, (ii) different types of file organization, (iii) structure of sequential files, (iv) opening and closing a file, (v) how to create new sequential file, ( ... More
