Reference No: OB0018Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case situation is intended to bring out three primary processes: a) the group process, e.g. how groups are formed??criteria, choices, goals, etc, b) the intergroup phenomenon, e.g. dominance, power, sources of conflict, etc and c) given (a) and (b), how is the choice of a leader ... More
Reference No: P&IR0077(A)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Case (A) is about the emergence and behaviour of two unions socialist and communist in an American firm of architects and engineers. It raises discussions on several industrial relations, issues, such as union recognition, inter union rivalry, union pressures, management response, etc. The class is expected to think aloud on ... More
Reference No: PROD0073(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case highlights the way a company could use to its advantage a new technology for fighting recession. How this company succeeded in procuring export orders in the face of stiff competition is discussed. It also illustrates how a company can meet time limits by using its technological strength. The ... More
Reference No: F&A0046(D)Pages: 53Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The two broad areas covered by this case are: 1) elements of a budget manual, with illustrative forms and procedures; and 2) the necessity to have different types of control and reporting techniques for the various levels of managerial hierarchy, particularly in the case of a public sector setup. ... More
Reference No: BP0028Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: A large company is considering an investment for setting up a new foundry and workshop replacing the old workshop and foundry that had existed for a long time. The new manager, a younger son, is called upon to make the final decision as to what is to be done regarding ... More
Reference No: P&IR0028Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Union-management problems arise following the introduction of a grievance settlement procedure, even though it was done in pursuance of government policy and according to the rules laid down by the tripartite Indian Labour Conference. ... More
Reference No: PROD0080TECPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Describes a method study technique known as critical examination study. A guide sheet for using the technique forms an important part of the note. Students are required to read this note and then use this technique in analysing specific method study problems. ... More
Reference No: F&A0082(F)Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Provides an opportunity to make a cost-benefit analysis in a public sector organization. It also provides an opportunity to analyse the cost of capital in public sector organisation. The case raises issues regarding the inclusion of certain benefits accruing to the public in the calculation of return. This is to ... More
Reference No: MAR0085TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: This note is a summary of the research project carried out in industrial concerns of Ahmedabad and examines the various functions of purchase management with regard to organizational patterns, information and reporting systems, major activities performed by purchase departments, their methods of buying and inventory management. An attempt is made ... More
Reference No: P&IR0077(F)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Cases (E) P&IR0079(E) and (F) are about disciplinary action. Case (E) P&IR0079(E) provides the chargesheet, written reply, and necessary background for discussing and analyzing the procedure used for conducting the disciplinary enquiry. After Case (E) P&IR0079(E) has been discussed, Case (F), Part I, which ... More
Reference No: F&A0116Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Deals with the problems involved in formulating and implementing budgets for repairs and maintenance. The main issues are 1) alternative ways of classification of R&M costs say, into minor and major, routine and non routine, preventive and curative, etc. 2) the criteria for such classifications, and 3) the utility of such classifications ... More
Reference No: P&IR0026(C)Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Cases (B) P&IR0026(B) and (C) P&IR0026(C) are about fixation of working hours and workload and payment of overtime for the technical supervisory staff. They also lead to an examination of some aspects of bureaucracy in the organization. Case (C) P&IR0026(C) is given for discussion ... More
