Reference No: MAR0056Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case raises a number of questions about the role of advertising. Should one advertise? The relationship of advertising with other elements of the marketing mix? How should one decide how much to spend on advertising? Whom should one advertise to? ... More
Reference No: OB0034(B)Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: A description of the job requirements and attitudes of the chief engineer, including interviews with his assistants. The class analyses the job demands and relates the analysis with the engineer's emergent behaviour, frustration and withdrawal, and assesses whether or not he "delegates" responsibility. ... More
Reference No: PROD0049(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case describes how, in a small rubber company, the introduction of a new hydraulic press to replace hand?operated presses brings up questions of meeting production targets and wages of workers in the new press. Targets can be met only if working time is reduced by improving the layout ... More
Reference No: OB0016Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The executive director is trying to decide whether to implement a central training scheme for the recently decentralized group of companies comprising HAFE. The training centre issue focuses on the problems and implications of decentralization and how inter-group rivalries affect decision-making in this area. ... More
Reference No: ECO0024Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The note contains factual information regarding and role played by the Managing Agency system in the promotion, Financial and management of Indian business. The existing information o this system is document in this note which servers as a background reading material for "Flogging the Dead Horse Should the Managing
Agency ... More
Reference No: QM0008(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The case deals with alternatives for processing milk and focuses on the use of the linear programming technique for profit maximization and product-mix. ... More
Reference No: OB0023Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The general manager explains why he left the mills and his differences with the managing director. In the process, he reveals a great deal about his own ambitions, goals, behaviour and personality. The case is used to illuminate the effects of Indian culture and social system on organizational behaviour and ... More
Reference No: OB0049(A)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: The managing director wants to give more decision?making responsibility to his subordinates, but, having been autocratic in the past, he is not sure how to start. ... More
Reference No: QM0015Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Demonstrates the use of relevant costs in a decision problem and the application of the theory of queues in deciding man-machine allocation. In solving the problems posed, it should be ensured that the class understands the exhibits. ... More