Reference No: PROD0206TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the characteristics of queuing systems, and discusses the techniques of hand simulation and computer simulation for analysing queuing systems. Pseudo codes are presented for the fixed time and variable time increment methods. The specific systems considered are the single channel single server, and single channel multiple parallel ... More
Reference No: CMA0676Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: Fact pertaining to livestock in India, and a historical overview of the policies and programmes for bovine development have been presented in this case which provides a basis for discussion on the objectives, relevance, and execution of policies and strategies for cattle and buffalo development. ... More
Reference No: BP0205TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case highlights the difference between the case method and lecture method, the philosophy of the case method, and different types of cases. It explains the various components of the case package -- a) course design, b) course material, c) class handling, d) case writing, and e) institutional support required. ... More
Reference No: QM0209Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with scheduling multiple projects under resource constraints. It also deals with a trade off analysis of reducing the project duration vis-à-vis the benefit of doing so. ... More
Reference No: F&A0405Pages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case focuses on the process of business reorganization and divestment decision. The need for emphasizing both financial and non-financial aspects of reorganization is highlighted. The case also provides opportunity to discuss the financial policy of the company in the context of its corporate philosophy. ... More
Reference No: ECO0316TECPages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The note provides a systematic discussion on the following aspects of product pricing: (a) price determinants, (b) optimum pricing under various objectives, varying competition, varying government interventions, discriminatory pricing, and pricing under multi-plant and multi-product situations, (c) pricing practices, and (d) synthesis between optimum pricing and pricing practices. The various ... More
Reference No: CMA0684Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up,required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More
Reference No: BP0212Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This is the success story of a scientist turned into an entrepreneur. Through systematic planning, the company manufacturing various solvents has grown in size. ... More
Reference No: OB0179TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note discusses how the use of power affects organizational decision making. It discusses power, Authority organizational Politics, Sources of power and power tactics. It delineates Political Models from bureaucratic and national models of viewing organizations. It discussed in some detail how politics affects careers, Executive succession organization structure ... More
Reference No: PROD0204TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the features of expert systems and briefly discusses their applicability in the field of management. Expert systems aim to computerize the knowledge of one or more experts in a problem domain. Unlike in a decision support system, the overall direction for problem solving in an expert system ... More
Reference No: F&A0403Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: These two cases discuss project evaluation of a diversification proposal in a single product context. Case A (F&A0402), in particular, deals with strategic issues such as strengths and vulnerabilities of current business (precision tubes), need for diversification, evaluation of a diversification project (industrial gas cylinder) in terms of strategic ... More
Reference No: CMA0681Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up, required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More
Reference No: BP0210Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The origin and stabilization of a new enterprise entering readymade garments area are the themes in this case. Discussion covers all functional areas. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0178TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: Given the increasing complexity and criticality of selection in human resources management, this note raises some issues in such sub-fields of selection as selection policy and procedures, marketing of vacancies, choice of recruitment advertising, campus recruitment, employment exchanges, and reservation. ... More
