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  1. Northern India Food Company

    Authors: Roy Dholakia, Ruby; Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0193 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Market trends and market research indicate possibilities of introducing a new brand of coffee in Northern India. However, it is unclear what product position should be aimed at and what market strategy be adopted. Analysis of market structure, segments, coffee drinking habits, sociopsychological variables affecting coffee drinking, etc. called ... More

  2. Milind Engineering Works Limited **

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: OB0032 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The case is a synopsis of a meeting between the chief executive and six departmental heads of a company employing over five hundred workers. The meeting has been held in order to decide whether a loan of Rsá1,000 should be given for flood relief. Crisis in cash collections, low profitability ... More

  3. Central State Scooter Company

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Bhandari, Labdhi R;

    Reference No: MAR0191 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: A new medium-sized-company wants to assess the demand for its scooters in India. The case depicts the problem of demand forecasting for scooters using the regression technique. An alternative approach based on the chain ratio method may also be used. The case provides data on the scooter industry since its ... More

  4. The Kutchi Industry Limited (D) **

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: OB0056(D) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The personnel manager conducts another survey, using summer trainees who use questionnaires and interview thirty regular and thirty chronic absentees selected at random. Certain policy decisions can be derived from these findings, including the need for further surveys. ... More

  5. Betaar Radio Company**

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Kulkarni, A R;

    Reference No: MAR0202 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: A mediumsized radio company is reviewing its product and marketing strategy in light of the shifting emphasis from stationary to portable radios in the industry. The marketing manager wants to estimate the stage in product life cycle and the future trends for both types of radios. ... More

  6. Co-Optex: Financial Statements for 1975-76

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K; Raman, K S;

    Reference No: F&A0319EX Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: An exercise in preparing profit/loss account, profit/loss appropriation account, and balance sheet for an apex cooperative society from its trial balance. ... More

  7. Role Conflict, Tension and Job Satisfaction: A Study of Medical Representatives

    Authors: Mehta, S C;

    Reference No: MAR0186 Pages: 13 Published 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

  8. The Kutchi Industries Limited (B) **

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: OB0056(B) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The personnel manager researches the causes of absenteeism throughout his department, and surveys how the problem was tackled by other manufacturing units in the country. ... More

  9. Locus of Control

    Authors: Rao, T V;

    Reference No: OB0088TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The concept of locus of control is explained and the research results on this variable discussed. The role played by locus of control in managerial effectiveness is also detailed. ... More

  10. New Product Ideation Techniques: Some Exercises

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0210EX Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Several newproduct idea generation or improvement techniques are explained with illustrations. The reader is encouraged to develop newproduct ideas using these techniques. The exercise also requires the reader to confront organizational implications of the ideation techniques. ... More

  11. Richardson Hindustan Limited (R) : Rural Promotion

    Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

    Reference No: MAR0239 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Richardson Hindustan Limited is a pharmaceutical company whose advertising expenditure has been increasing along with increasing sales. This case illustrates the scope for expansion of marketing in the rural areas arising from the vast market potential which is consistently developing in these areas. The type of advertising plan required for ... More

  12. Shyam Antolkar: Story of a Young Entrepreneur and His Role in the Satellite Instructional Television Experiment **

    Authors: Issac, Akkanad M;

    Reference No: OB0053 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Deals with 1) the factors influencing the identification of products, the setting up of a small?scale industrial unit, and the motivation in entrepreneurial process; 2) a critical assessment of an entrepreneur??his relations with a major research (advanced technology) organization in the context of a time?bound national communication experiment. ... More

  13. Lightwel Match Company

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Roy Dholakia, Ruby; Bothra, K C;

    Reference No: MAR0194 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The market position of a large and regionally dominant matches manufacturer has eroded over the years. A market research study reveals interesting facts about the preferences, attitudes and behavior of consumers and retailers. A creative marketing strategy is required to stay on top of a price conscious market. ... More

  14. Sohanlal & Sons (A)

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0235 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The case deals with a large consumer panel (more than 5,000 families) operations. The Textiles Committee, Bombay, is operating this panel on a continuous basis. Executives of a group of textile mills have been considering how they use the information generated by the Textiles Committee. It requires evaluation of panel operation, ... More

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