Reference No: OB0069TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This note summarizes the main elements of formal organizations such as personality, norms, value, status, role authority and power, and culture; discusses the operational aspects of the structural variables, and brings out the fundamental organizational processes such as institutionalization, socialization, and boundary maintenance; deals with the relation between an organization ... 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
Reference No: MAR0124TECPages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The note describes the marketing research scene in India, based on data provided by a few good marketing research agencies. It describes the kind of marketing research studies that are carried out by selected research agencies in India, and also gives relevant information about a few reputed agencies. It attempts ... More
Reference No: OB0158TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The note discusses the concept, theories and practice of collective bargaining in India. The concept of bargaining involves to sides in the industry-management and unions. It concerns not only the distributive aspects of industrial situation but also the integrative view about the problems facing the industry. The not reviews the ... More
Reference No: P&IR0004(A)Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes the reaction of the employees of a State Electricity Board to some serious accidents that took place within the organization. It describes the steps taken by the employees' association in bringing to the management's notice the fact that the accidents were due to the negligence of some ... 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: OB0040Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes the problems arising from a district panchayat's decision to construct a percolation tank in a drought?prone village. This decision creates tension among the villagers whose lands are likely to be submerged. The case brings out the incompatibility between the engineering aspects and the socio?economic consequences ... More
Reference No: OB0103TECPages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This note describes the main elements of the social and political environment within which the modern administrator works; brings out some of the culture continuities built into Indian society in spite of the process of modernization in all walks of life, and especially focuses on the power distribution within the ... More
Reference No: F&A0213Pages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the structural problems encountered by a service organization in implementing the recommendations of the Review Committee set up to redefine its objectives and recommend appropriate organizational changes. It also describes the activities of the service organization and requires the formulation of an appropriate structure consistent with its operations and ... More
Reference No: CMA0308(B)Pages: 4Published on: 21, January, 1974
Abstract: The case deals with the findings of the expert committee set up by Sri Lanka Paddy Marketing Board to suggest changes in the organizational structure of the Board. The attempt is to find out the feasibility of adoption of the suggested changes by the expert committee in the existing organizational ... More
Reference No: CMA0308(A)Pages: 10Published on: 21, January, 1974
Abstract: The case focuses on the problems the Paddy Marketing Board of Sri Lanka faces in the procurement of rice paddy, maintenance of quality control measures and high cost of procurement. A suitable organizational strategy has to be evolved under the existing system in order to achieve maximum efficiency. ... More
Reference No: CMA0274Pages: 4Published on: 14, September, 1974
Abstract: The case deals with the objectives and rationale of the input manufacturing firms collaborating in the area/sectional development programmes, the nature of schemes, the agencies with which collaboration may be sought, terms of collaboration, the problems of coordination. ... More
Reference No: CMA0304Pages: 13Published on: 16, October, 1974
Abstract: The chief executive officer of a district (CEO) introduced some changes in methods of work and other organizational practices. He introduced PERT and CPM at the district level trained various officers in the new techniques. After his transfer from the district, the organization reverted back to the old practice. This ... More
