Reference No: QM0154Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case is concerned with setting up a relational data base management system for a hypothetical but realistic application. The application is to provide a query answering capability for a teaching institute for students, grades, courses and instructors. ... More
Reference No: CMA0483Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case raises several questions about how to prioritize the relative importance of credit and non-credit factors in promoting fertilizer use. It also discusses the relative importance of two types of short-term agricultural credit - direct and indirect. These questions are posed with a view to understanding the contribution of ... More
Reference No: PROD0146TECPages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with the branch and bound approach to solving general flow shop and job shop scheduling problems in the deterministic case. The three?machine flow shop problem is considered first; the approach is then extended to multi?machine flow shop problem. A branch and bound approach is provided for job ... 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: MAR0219TECPages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Explains how advertising helps to bridge the communication gap between producers and consumers. Personal selling and advertising are two forms of business communications to which consumers respond. Advertising is done in a nonpersonal manner through intermediaries or media. The function of advertising is to contribute towards the greater availability ... More
Reference No: MAR0236TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note deals with an analysis of the concept of advertising appropriation. The main consideration and various approaches for determining the size of the advertising budget and its allocation are outlined. ... More
Reference No: CMA0490Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with a hot arid region where a shift in land use from annual to tree crops could be advantageous to the individual land owners and to the community as a whole. Six tree species suitable for the region have been identified. Grasses are also proposed to be raised in ... More
Reference No: CMA0507Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The problem here is to introduce a rudimentary marketing orientation in a forest service operation which is already engaged in logging and sale activities. A variety of sales arrangements - auctions, long term contracts, transfers to a sister unit (saw mill) "retail" sale of firewood etc are described in the ... More
Reference No: F&A0331Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with the preparation of the statement of sources and application of funds and a statement of changes in working capital, along with all the supporting schedules. ... More
Reference No: BP0142TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note has been developed from the author's experience as an interviewer. It conveys the need for preparing for an interview and what to expect in this situation. ... More
Reference No: BP0158TEC(B)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note discusses the characteristics of forms of organization for public undertakings and compares the strengths and weaknesses of each form. The note discusses the issues in the controversy about the forms of organization, particularly the controversy between company and public corporation forms. ... 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: MAR0243Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) was manufactured for the first time in India by ABS Plastics Limited. The company had to direct its strategies to two different levels: the end-users of the plastic products and the manufacturers of plastic goods. Students are required to suggest marketing strategies for this purpose. ... More