Reference No: BP0144(H)Pages: 44Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Describes the HRD practices in Voltas. Performance appraisal mechanisms, their links with development, communication policy, training, organization development, and career planning and development are some of the aspects covered. Appraisal formats used and the communication policy circular have been reproduced. ... More
Reference No: OB0168TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The paper attempts to discuss the basic principles of learning which a manager must utilize in understanding and changing the behaviour of his subordinates. It also attempts to discuss various applications and implications of learning principles for an organization. ... More
Reference No: MAR0275(D)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The case is concerned with the vital issue of creative execution. The various stages in the development of the campaign and interaction between the advertiser and the advertising agency are brought out with the help of the material prepared by the agency for providing alternatives for consideration to the client. ... More
Reference No: CMA0582(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with the functioning of integrated cooperative structure in a geographical area, and explores the possibility of replicability of the experiences in another area under the cooperative framework. The case also examines the role that Samakya, a rural development agency, can play in promoting vertical integration in paddy processing and ... More
Reference No: OB0164Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The case writer has narrated two f his experiences as a change agent in a large corporation. One situation pertains to a technological change whereas the other refers to an organizational restructuring. The case compares the two situations, and highlights the issues of bringing about change in a turbulent environment, ... More
Reference No: BP0174Pages: 35Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Punjab Tractors Limited was promoted by Punjab State Industrial Development Corporation on 27th June, 1970 at Chandigarh with the immediate main objective of setting up a plant for the manufacture of Swaraj 20 and 30 HP tractors. The case describes the process by which the product, the first major creation of Indian science ... More
Reference No: PROD0178TECPages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with various aspects of short interval scheduling (SIS) such as significance and applications in various areas like production planning and control, fabrication and assembly work, maintenance, engineering work, clerical operations, and material handling. Management reporting in an SIS environment is also dealt with. ... More
Reference No: MAR0282Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The case is concerned with the entire process of advertising planning for a new product launch in a highly competitive market. The case begins with the initial brief given to the advertising agency by the client. A series of multimedia campaigns in different parts of the country are considered. The ... More
Reference No: P&IR0157TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The note examines the nature of the personnel function, its linkages to organizational viability, and examines this aspect in terms of three dimensions IR, selection and retention subsystems in terms of the future scenario. ... More
Reference No: BP0144(F)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Traces the history of the Personnel Cell, and focuses its attention on such personnel functions as manpower planning, recruitment and selection, promotion, salary administration, and non-statutory welfare. A series of issues relating to these functions have been raised to signify their importance to the organization as a whole. ... More
Reference No: OB0165(Part I & II)Pages: 9, 5Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This case describes the organizational structure of an advertising company set up in 1982 in Andhra Pradesh. It has two parts. The first part presents the organizational structure in the early stages of the company and the problems faced by the company. The second part presents the revised organizational structure and ... More
Reference No: CMA0580TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Cost and revenue concepts used in economic decision making differs from their common usage. This note summarizes a few cost and revenue concepts to initiate discussions on their relevance for different types of decision making. A few specific questions related o resource management decisions have also been raised. ... More