Reference No: CMA0509TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Various kinds of conflicts arise in the management of national parks: some arising out of the objectives and definitions of management, others mainly administrative and organizational. The note discusses these issues in general. ... More
Reference No: CMA0545Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case deals with the decision-making criteria about the choice of the alternative energy sources for lift irrigation in semi-arid regions. The decision-making process and alternatives are focused both in relation to the farmers (i.e., the consumers) and the manufacturers or dealers (i.e., the markets of irrigation pumps, ... More
Reference No: PSG0027(A)Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The first Case (A) describes how the state family planning bureau guides and controls the field operations, particularly the nature of interaction between the state bureau and the district bureau. Based on an interview with the chief of family planning at state level, the case provides information on the functions ... More
Reference No: MAR0218TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with the various important aspects that should be taken into account in formulating an advertising plan, and also the approach for developing it. The advertising plan describes the product its physical characteristics as well as its uses. The advertiser has to develop a "unique selling proposition" which induces the ... More
Reference No: MAR0226Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case presents a promotional contest organized by a textile mill and gives the response data. Students are required to evaluate the contest in light of its objectives, and suggest feasible alternatives. They are also required to develop a scheme of analysis for the results. ... More
Reference No: OB0160TECPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This is a self-test containing statements intended to provide insights into the behaviour of people as change agents. It is an aid to identify participant's strength and areas for developments as change agents. It should be used in conjunction with a key for its analysis. ... More
Reference No: MAR0242Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Describes the market research carried out by the company to estimate demand for stainless seamless tubes. Students are required to evaluate this market research and suggest their own method of doing research. ... More
Reference No: PSG0015TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The comprehensive model family planning clinics (CMFPC) are the only service units offering some specialized services. However there are other clinics outside FPAI system offering similar services. Therefore, some doubts have been raised by FPAI volunteers about the cost effectiveness of CMFPCs. The note outlines the activities of CMFPCs, including ... More
Reference No: F&A0333Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Details the pricing problem faced by the Computer Centre at IIM Ahmedabad after installation of the PDP 11/70 computer. Pricing policies for different resources and different uses are explored. ... More
Reference No: ECO0263Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: It is a case on demand forecasting through the regression and trend methods. The annual data for nineteen years for cotton textile demand in India and its determinants are used to analyze and project future demand for cotton textiles. It provides a review of the demand theory, and insights for ... 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: 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