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: ECO0211TECPages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note primarily explains and attempts to integrate the common concepts and techniques used in the analysis of industrial location. Starting with the various objectives of locational analysis, the note explains, with the help of simple diagrams, the concepts of space cost curves and space revenue curves, and the elements ... More
Reference No: ECO0228TECPages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Discusses the rationale, progress and problems of land reforms. It touches upon economic, technical and general socioeconomic problems caused by the implementation of the land reforms. ... 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: MAR0152TECPages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note underlines the utility of industrial market potential index. Starting from a simple model, a procedure for developing an index of industrial market potential is finally arrived at. Development of the index would require selection of production statistics, and input and output coefficients. For some products the index has ... More
Reference No: MAR0175Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Clearasil is an antipimple cream, a brand leader in its category, marketed by Richardson Hindustan Limited. The company had appointed a research agency to gauge the impact of a recent Clearasil radio commercial. The case records in detail the methodology and the findings; and at the end poses questions ... More
Reference No: BP0069(A)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: A comprehensive case, Hindustan Tractors Limited (AR) brings the functional and general management policies of the company into sharp focus against the background of industry trends, competitor strategies, and government licensing and pricing policies. The case is helpful in explaining how the companys basic policies were illtuned to techno ... More
Reference No: BP0087(A)Pages: 26Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case describes the setting up Steel Authority of India Limited as a holding company for steel and associated input industries. It contrasts the various forms of organizations for government administration of indusry - joint stock company form, departmental undertaking, and the statutory corporation. ... More
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
Reference No: ECO0234(B)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: A follow-up of ABC Plastics Private Limited (A), this case describes the decisions actually taken by Mr. C.H. Desai, Director of ABC Plastics, a small-scale unit manufacturing rigid PVC pipes, on the choice of export house(s) through which to export the company's products. It also spells out the ... More
Reference No: QM0101(A)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with cost reduction measures through minimum utilization of raw material in a gasket making unit. The use of mathematical models and the need for information systems (linkages) can be illustrated through this series. The series has been designed to illustrate the process of identifying, formulating and solving ... More