Reference No: PROD0146TECPages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with the branch and bound approach to solving general flow shop and job shop scheduling problems in the deterministic case. The three?machine flow shop problem is considered first; the approach is then extended to multi?machine flow shop problem. A branch and bound approach is provided for job ... More
Reference No: PSG0013TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Saraspur PHC, under the control of the District Health Officer
(DHO), was showing poor performance in all programmes.
Moreover, its performance was deteriorating every month. This
surprised the DHO, for so far Saraspur had registered average
performance. Recently, it had been taken over by the regional
training centre as a ... More
Reference No: OB0039Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case describes the organizational structure and processes in a state handloom corporation as in existence at the end of two years of operations. The evolutionary process in crystallizing the structure and the apparently flexible style of the managing director are highlighted. Students are expected to evaluate the existing systems ... More
Reference No: CMA0490Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with a hot arid region where a shift in land use from annual to tree crops could be advantageous to the individual land owners and to the community as a whole. Six tree species suitable for the region have been identified. Grasses are also proposed to be raised in ... More
Reference No: MAR0251Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case deals with the situation where the company is contemplating change in its distribution structure. At present, the company is distributing drilling rigs through Greaves Cotton. The chairman feels that Greaves Cotton is performing only a minor role and, hence, is thinking of shifting over to the company's own ... More
Reference No: PSG0011TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Sub-centres have been set up to bring health services closer to the rural population. One sub-centre is meant for 10,000 population staffed by an auxiliary nurse, midwife and a dai, with a sanction of Rs 2,000 worth of medicines. Several studies have been conducted to find out how far has the present ... More
Reference No: MAR0207(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case concerns the positioning of a new micro computer. The problem is where to position the new computer in the existing range of computers. ... More
Reference No: PROD0151Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case describes the design of a tape oriented sales analysis system for a company engaged in distribution of a large number of products. The case leads on to a more sophisticated disk based design. ... More
Reference No: PSG0018TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: An administrator constantly faces problems relating to his staff, supplies, funds, and methods. He needs a framework by which he can resolve these problems. The case lists six essential steps that can help a manager solve his problems. Three small caselets are included to serve as exercises in problem solving. ... More
Reference No: F&A0325Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Narrates the discussion between the managing director and the chief accountant of a forest development corporation regarding the commencement of a boat-building yard. It gives a detailed breakup of the price and cost structure of a typical 48-feet teakwood- based boat they intend to manufacture as an ongoing activity. Students ... More
Reference No: PROD0149TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with the "reaction rate method" of production planning. The production control rule suggested by this approach is illustrated by means of an example. Broadly, the control rule determines the extent to which the preliminary production level should be adjusted to accommodate forecast errors. In achieving this, it focuses on ... More
Reference No: PSG0016Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: A project was undertaken under the aegis of India Population Project in Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh to study the possible effects of improved nutrition on human fertility. This case describes the objectives of the programme and includes a review of the project undertaken in Karnataka in 1974. ... 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
