Reference No: MAR0195Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Describes the recent entry of a textile machinery components manufacturer into the market, and discusses the old pricing strategy. The company needs a strategy with regard to pricing and other elements for introducing new products. The case can be used to illustrate alternative pricing strategies at the introductory and other ... More
Reference No: BP0134Pages: 47Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The National Chemical Laboratory, Pune, like many laboratories of the Councils of Scientific and Industrial Research, India, was being criticized for not being relevant to the needs of the nation. There was an explicit change in policy from "basic" to "applied" research and administrative practices were introduced to bring about ... More
Reference No: MAR0212TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Issues in product tests are discussed in this note. Concepts and methodologies are described in terms of managerial questions of when, where, how, and by whom of product testing. ... More
Reference No: QM0118Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case shows the use of an uncertainty model for optimizing interest payments on short-term borrowings, including bank overdrafts. The use of computer database is also illustrated. ... More
Reference No: QM0137(A)Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Describes the existing document flow and reports generated through the computerized system. Includes comments on the usefulness of the existing systems, and defines problem areas. The case provides sufficient data for developing a gross design of a new computerized system. ... More
Reference No: F&A0320Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case describes in detail the costing system of a handloom development corporation. The immediate problem faced by the organization is the apparent overpricing of its silk sarees and the resultant inventory build-up. Students can suggest revised prices and evaluate the system from the point of view of cost ... More
Reference No: PSG0035Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case describes a visit to a sub-centre and the discussions the case writer had with the ANM about her work, her problems, and her relationships with the village dais. The problems of meagre medicine supply to the sub-centre and slack in demand for services have also been outlined. ... More
Reference No: MAR0186Pages: 13Published 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
Reference No: P&IR0101TECPages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: This paper analyses the problems relating to the Indian industrial population, with special regard to commitment to work, general behaviour and attitudes, and the influence of traditional culture. ... More
Reference No: BP0125TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The note provides background material for class discussion on the constitutional blueprint of the Indian society. It discusses the preamble and the controversy between the Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles. It is meant for leading the discussion to the question: What has happened to the working of the blueprint which ... More
Reference No: MAR0203(A)Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case focuses on the analysis of the soft drink market by a new company organized in the wake of Coca Cola's exit from India. Issues relating to segmentation, market structuring, positioning and product strategy can be developed from this case. ... More
Reference No: BP0141(B)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: In May 1978, the companys Managing Director was concerned over the delay in getting government sanctions for starting an export-oriented tool-manufacturing venture. His dilemma was how best he could communicate the urgency of the situation and the need for speedy clearance of the project to the government, particularly the bureaucracy. ... More