Reference No: MAR0299TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The household sector is a reasonably large consumer of energy and in this sector cooking accounts for a large proportion of the energy consumed. The most used fuels are: 1) firewood, 2) kerosene, 3) LPG, and 4) electricity, in that order. Given the available alternatives and potential of solar energy, the note concludes that ... More
Reference No: BP0212Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This is the success story of a scientist turned into an entrepreneur. Through systematic planning, the company manufacturing various solvents has grown in size. ... More
Reference No: PSG0057Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case examines the interaction between the Pallavan Transport Corporation and some of the agents in the environment like the consumer, the Madras Municipal Corporation, the Madras Metropolitan Development Authority, the Finance Department, and the Home Department. ... More
Reference No: BP0210Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The origin and stabilization of a new enterprise entering readymade garments area are the themes in this case. Discussion covers all functional areas. ... More
Reference No: F&A0405Pages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case focuses on the process of business reorganization and divestment decision. The need for emphasizing both financial and non-financial aspects of reorganization is highlighted. The case also provides opportunity to discuss the financial policy of the company in the context of its corporate philosophy. ... More
Reference No: BP0207TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note briefly discusses the method developed by Charles Kepner and Benjamin Tregoe on problem analysis and decision-making. The methods are formulated on the basis of two fundamental
points: (1) Every problem is a deviation from some standard of expected performance. (2) A change of some kind is always the cause of ... More
Reference No: F&A0403Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: These two cases discuss project evaluation of a diversification proposal in a single product context. Case A (F&A0402), in particular, deals with strategic issues such as strengths and vulnerabilities of current business (precision tubes), need for diversification, evaluation of a diversification project (industrial gas cylinder) in terms of strategic ... More
Reference No: BP0204TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The note gives an overview of the dimensions involved in developing a communication strategy at both individual and organizational levels. Covers: a) the various stages in the process of communication, b) differences in interpersonal and organizational communication, c) percolation of personality and objectives
through communication, d) push and pull aspects ... More
Reference No: MAR0298Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case covers various aspects of the solar cooker programme in Gujarat. Marketing is covered in detail. Since, the solar cooker programme is a national programme, links of the operating agency in Gujarat with the apex body are discussed. It is compared with programmes in other states. Performance of other ... More
Reference No: PSG0058Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case examines the composition of the board of the Pallavan Transport Corporation. The members are drawn from various departments of the Tamil Nadu Government. This in turn affects the decision-making. It also brings out the low-key role of the chairman, who is drawn from either the IAS or IPS. ... More
Reference No: OB0180Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case presents the culture of a successful advertising Agency. It describes the mechanisms used by the organization in shaping its culture. ... More
Reference No: F&A0406Pages: 27Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case focuses on the elements of the strategy of the company's financial turnaround. It provides an opportunity to understand the linkage between industry factors, operating strategy, and financial performance and policy of the company. ... More
Reference No: PSG0055Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case describes the organizational form and structure of passenger road transport undertakings in Tamil Nadu. Since nationalization in 1971, major decisions regarding the organizational form were taken. Road transport undertakings were set up in Tamil Nadu under the Companies Act, which is supposed to be RTC Act (which was the ... More
