Reference No: CMA0454TEC Pages: 15Published on: 25, November, 1977
Abstract: Deals with various concepts relating to technology (intermediate technology, appropriate technology, modern technology, obsolete technology, high and low technology, etc.) and steps involved in technology assessment. The steps in technology assessment are illustrated with a few examples. ... More
Reference No: CMA0458TECPages: 35Published on: 14, December, 1977
Abstract: The note deals with structural and changing aspects of rural markets in India. It also attempts to focus some of the distinguishing features of rural households. ... More
Reference No: CMA0456Pages: 17Published on: 17, December, 1977
Abstract: The case describes the genesis of the Intensive Agricultural District Programme (IADP), introduced in 1960-61, covering programme objectives and strategy, and organizational design proposed under the programme. Based on empirical data, the case further provides the organizational structure as in operation in two districts. ... More
Reference No: OB0096TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Discusses statutory provisions on retrenchment, illustrated with decisions of the courts, and comments on the implications of retrenchment on industrial relations. ... More
Reference No: F&A0322Pages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The first of a set of three related cases, this case gives the historical background of the Tamil Nadu Handloom Weavers' Cooperative Society Limited (Co optex) since its inception, and the objectives set for1971-19 78 as part of an MBO system being introduced. ... More
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: MAR0188TECPages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This note sketches a systematic approach for developing a sales organization. The approach entails specifying the sales tasks in the environment, and then developing appropriate organizational forms for carrying out these tasks. ... More
Reference No: BP0128TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This note describes the structure of the Indian government. The Presidency, Prime Ministership, cabinet, Parliament and Parliamentary Committees are discussed. It provides a basis for the discussion on the social and political processes generated by the working of these institutions. ... More
Reference No: OB0085TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This paper discusses the statutory provisions of lay?off, illustrated with decisions of the courts of the country, and comments on the effect they have on industrial relations. ... More
Reference No: PROD0142(B)Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This case is a sequel to Drexel Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals Company (A). It deals with the designing of appropriate production and inventory policies using simulation. The case can illustrate the process of determining production plans consistent with inventory norms. ... More
Reference No: BP0110TECPages: 1Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The exercise describes the same incident from the viewpoint of three different union leaders. The incident, involving the president of the smallest union, results in stoppage of work in a section of the factory, and the possible halt of the entire factory within half an hour. Questions on how management ... More
