Reference No: ECO0230TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Discusses the two types of methods for measuring the accuracy of forecasts: graphic methods and quantitative methods. Graphic methods include the control chart and prediction realization diagram; quantitative methods cover mean square error, decomposition fit, loss functions and the inequality coefficient. The note illustrates the use of all the methods. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0119TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note discusses the process of productivity bargaining. It highlights its advantages to employers, workers and union officials. Sharing the gains of productivity and mechanics for doing it are also highlighted. ... More
Reference No: MAR0154(A)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: A large consumer products company, which relies on direct distribution to the retail level, is concerned about the selling skills of its sales force in a competitive environment. Sales training in the form of short refresher courses is being proposed to upgrade selling skills. ... More
Reference No: F&A0263(G)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The planning manager wonders how effective the budgetary control and performance-reporting system has been in terms of its original objectives. Operational and managerial issues relating to environmental scanning, target setting, potential identification, etc., and an inadequate effort on the part of head office officials to guide their branch managers in ... More
Reference No: MAR0171(B)Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Certain doubts were raised about the effectiveness of promoting Minadex as an iron tonic. The agency set to work on a new proposition which would highlight specific benefits rather than make general claims about health and energy. A survey of tonic users, carried out before test marketing, reflected consumers' perception ... More
Reference No: OB0098TECPages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note attempts to systematize some of the multiple definitions, meanings and approaches to socialization. The dominant matrix of socialization is the interplay of biogenic needs of the child and the cultural modes of meeting them. The concept of stages in terms of time and growth is central to the ... More
Reference No: QM0097Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Deals with resource allocation for district planning. When many projects compete for resources, the choice of a set of projects within the budget poses problem to the planner. ... More
Reference No: QM0105TECPages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This is an introductory note on linear programming. It discusses the graphical solution of LP problems and gives the logic of the method of solving general LP problems. Primal and dual problems have been discussed and their relationships outlined. ... More
Reference No: BP0070Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Facilitates discussion of action potentials facing the general manager of a field unit of a public sector company. The manager is under pressure from headquarters to improve sales and capacity utilization appreciably in view of a marked drop in the offtake of the State Nutritional Programme. The management systems available ... More
Reference No: OB0152TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The present note outlines the nature and functions of trade unions in India. The note deals with growth and structure of trade unions in the country, their finance, status and functions. Finally the problems and prospects of trade unions in the country are discussed. ... More
Reference No: PROD0110TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Defines technology planning, and enumerates on the manager's role, types of technology changes, technological forecasting, mechanism of technology transfer, and technological strategy. ... More
Reference No: ECO0213TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note briefly discusses the objectives of industrial policy and the major instruments of policies such as industrial licensing, import and export control, foreign collaboration, fiscal devices, control over monopoly, concentration, price control, and monetary imeasures and incentives. ... More
Reference No: ECO0220Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note discusses the approach to Fifth Plan and the extent to which it represents a departure from the approach to the year for plans, and raises some fundamental questions pertaining to the Fifth Plan with special reference to the objectives and specific targets of the plan.
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Reference No: P&IR0086Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with the linkages between recruitment systems, selection methods, placement decisions and evaluation of performance on completion of the probationary period. The need for systematic diagnosis and planning at each stage is highlighted so that the overall effectiveness of each officer/department can be improved. ... More
