Reference No: F&A0350Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case deals with the problem of deciding which product is to be produced and which department is to operate in order to minimize cost. Although no probabilities are introduced, the full solution requires working out relationships of output quantities with input quantities and input prices. ... More
Reference No: PROD0172TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: MRP is an approach meant for manufacturing organizations in planning and control of production for the various assemblies, subassemblies, parts and raw materials that make up the final products. This note discusses: 1) the computational rules used in MRP systems, 2) differences between classical inventory systems and MRP systems, and 3) some aspects ... More
Reference No: P&IR0145Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case deals with a situation of conflict leading to lockout in a company. After a comparatively peaceful existence for nearly fifteen years, the industrial relations situation started deteriorating. The internal as well as the external environment had undergone a radical change. A new union leader adopts the strategy of ... More
Reference No: ECO0274TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Interaction of objectives, constraints and instruments has been highlighted in the planning context. The roles of the wage goods, capital goods and foreign exchange constraints have been analyzed against the backdrop of the growth, self relice social justice and modernization objectives. In the light of this, the problem of matching ... More
Reference No: CMA0546(B)Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Narrates the events which took place from 1975 to 1977. It pertains to decision-making for mid-course corrections in the project having made substantial investment. It has the flavour of decision-making where political relations and bilateral assistance are involved. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0150(A)Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Case (A) provides data on the confidential reports written by a health employee's officers. An adverse entry was recorded in the confidential report of the employee. His immediate supervisor made charges against him. The employee had subsequently appealed against the charges. Case (B) P&IR0150(B) deals with the departmental ... More
Reference No: MAR0266TECPages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The purpose of the note is to familiarize readers with the Indian distribution scene the large size of the distribution task, kinds of functionaries working and the type of functions performed by them, evaluation of the performance of the Indian distribution system, including the government's keen interest with respect to ... More
Reference No: CMA0554Pages: 35Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This is a chapter of a proposed book on management in agricultural system. It discusses the concept of agribusiness and gives a comparison of agribusiness between developing and developed countries. In the end it discusses a case study of agricultural system in India with special emphasis on agribusiness. ... More
Reference No: PROD0170Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This case deals with offloading decision in a heavy engineering type manufacturing organization. The case covers both the procedures as well as criteria used for the offloading decision. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0143TECPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The note discusses the process of bargaining and the various stages involved. It also gives data from Indian industries on the number of issues settled, nature of settlements, duration, etc. ... More
Reference No: QM0165TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Discusses 1) introduction to computer simulation, and 2) a methodology for computer simulation experiments. One of the major phases in systems analysis is to compare the behaviour of alternative system designs and implement the one that proves the most satisfactory from the viewpoint of the given criteria. This note describes when and ... More
Reference No: MAR0261(C)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Relates to description of findings and action recommendations following the preparation and initial analysis of data [presented in Case (B) (MAR0261(B))]. Issues raised relate to drawing of inferences out of analysis of data; combining inferences from several studies; deriving action recommendations from findings; and evaluation of findings and recommendations. ... More
Reference No: PSG0044TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The note is an attempt to locate the voluntary organization in the development process and understand considerations influencing its choice of strategy. It touches on the voluntary organization's role in the context of voluntary action and other proximate systems working for people's development. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0148Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Grindlays Bank has a strike for nearly ninety days. Several issues arise as a result of the bank bringing out advertisements favouring its position. Newspaper reports and critical comments are also included in the case. The case can be used as a basis for discussing the role of management, union ... More
Reference No: MAR0265(E)TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Describes the sales management practices of a cross-section of Indian organizations. The decision areas about which actual illustrations of practices of specific organizations are: 1) allocation of tasks between own sales personnel and the distributors/dealers, 2) recruitment, training and development of sales personnel, 3) sales effort planning, target, quota setting, call norms, ... More
