Reference No: OB0053Pages: 6Published 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
Reference No: CMA0460Pages: 8Published on: 14, February, 1978
Abstract: Discusses problems in managing the government/enterprise interface in the marketing of pesticides. Changes in government policies regarding credit, distribution channels, subsidy and other factors, and their impact on the pesticides market in general and that of the company in particular have been highlighted. ... More
Reference No: CMA0457TECPages: 9Published on: 24, June, 1978
Abstract: The note outlines the functions and working of the Agricultural Refinance and Development Corporation and then briefly discusses its organizational set up. ... More
Reference No: MAR0227Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case deals with interpretation of data obtained by the company on pretesting the proposed advertisement. A special feature of the pretest is the focus of the pneumonic used in the advertisement in order to register a high recall amongst the various segments of consumers, literate or illiterate. The decision ... More
Reference No: PSG0010TECPages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The first part of the note focuses on how to plan clinic activities; discusses the planning process; outlines the steps in strategic planning; and suggests a list of broad approaches to achieve specified targets. Three exercises have been given. The second part is concerned with programme planning and the preparation ... More
Reference No: MAR0237TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note explains the objectives of industrial advertising and points out the differences between consumer advertising and industrial advertising. The basic form of industrial advertising may be a catalogue page, simple reminder, and testimonials, pointing out product differentials -- straightforward prestige or a pioneering approach. Apart from the press and ... More
Reference No: CMA0486Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Illustrates the management problems of handloom weavers' cooperatives vis-a-vis the responsibilities of the public handloom projects. This case particularly reflects the organizational and human resource problems of the handloom sector. ... More
Reference No: MAR0223Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: A new marketing director of a medium sized company producing a line of consumer products is faced with the task of reorganizing the company's marketing goals and activities. The question of pricing policy comes up and research assistance is sought. The case deals with the selection of research approaches to ... More
Reference No: MAR0255TECPages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note develops a framework for problem definition task in terms of steps the researcher has to go through. To demonstrate what is involved, an actual problem definition exercise is carried out on two concrete marketing research situations. ... 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: OB0094TECPages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note discusses four concepts, viz. power maps, traps, modes of managing dependency and uneasy detachment. Using these concepts, the note attempts to sensitise a new organizational entrant to problems of power relationships and their implications for his career. ... More
Reference No: MAR0221TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The success of an advertisement depends on the judgement at various stages of creating an advertisement apart from the research which may have gone into the development of the campaign. The copywriter, who plays a major role in the creative process, has to evolve an appropriate creative approach based on ... More
Reference No: MAR0242Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Describes the market research carried out by the company to estimate demand for stainless seamless tubes. Students are required to evaluate this market research and suggest their own method of doing research. ... More
Reference No: OB0109TECPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note posts centrality and image as two key concepts in working across organizational boundaries. It suggests that a change agent can alter perceptions of centrality and images of subsystems in ways to increase the chances of changes coming about. ... More
