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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

Reference No: MAR0188TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: This note sketches a systematic approach for developing a sales organization. The approach entails specifying the sales tasks in the environment, and then developing appropriate organizational forms for carrying out these tasks. ... More

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Authors: Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0124TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The note brings out key ideas for pricing, and demonstrates that sales here are mostly from one state enterprise to another - both, government-owned. It discusses issues on possible pressures that may arise, and how the pricing may be extremely uneven between enterprises. ... More

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Authors: Verma, Pramod; Mookherjee, S; Kamat, D S;

Reference No: P&IR0069(A) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The two cases refer to industrial relations in the jute industry in West Bengal during 1969-75. Case (A) deals specifically with the strike that took place in 1969. Case (B) P&IR0069(B) takes up events between 1969 and 1975, including a strike in 1975. The two cases together reflect the economic and political ... More

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Authors: Ali, Ifzal;

Reference No: ECO0252TEC Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The Domestic Resource Cost Criterion is developed, and its suitability analyzed to plan the foreign trade sector in determining the optimal volume and composition of exports/imports. ... More

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Authors: Menon, C D;

Reference No: OB0056(B) Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The personnel manager researches the causes of absenteeism throughout his department, and surveys how the problem was tackled by other manufacturing units in the country. ... More

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Authors: Bhatnagar, S C; Kaul, Mohan;

Reference No: QM0137(B) Pages: 22 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Describes information requirements and reporting formats for the situation described in Case (A) QM0137(A). The rationale for some reports is discussed, and some changes in documents and their flows are suggested. The computer configuration available for implementing the new system is provided for a detailed design of the new ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0320 Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case describes in detail the costing system of a handloom development corporation. The immediate problem faced by the organization is the apparent overpricing of its silk sarees and the resultant inventory build-up. Students can suggest revised prices and evaluate the system from the point of view of cost ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C;

Reference No: MAR0186 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Based on a cross section of medical representatives of pharmaceutical companies, this study had two major objectives: 1) Identification of the significant determinants of role conflict clarity, quality of supervision, job tension and job satisfaction; 2) Investigation of the strength and direction of relationships between role conflict, job tension, and job satisfaction ... More

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Authors: Sheth, N R;

Reference No: P&IR0124TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: This note briefly describes the nature and strength of the major traditional institutions of India: Hinduism, Varna Ashram, the extended family and the regional linguistic groups. ... More

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Authors: Ramani, K V;

Reference No: QM0132TEC(A) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: This section describes the various factors influencing "bias" in the estimators derived from a simulation run. Some of these factors are: 1) initial conditions, 2) final conditions, 3) sampling methods, and 4) estimation methods. ... More

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Authors: Khurana, Rakesh; Bhandari, Labdhi R;

Reference No: MAR0195 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Describes the recent entry of a textile machinery components manufacturer into the market, and discusses the old pricing strategy. The company needs a strategy with regard to pricing and other elements for introducing new products. The case can be used to illustrate alternative pricing strategies at the introductory and other ... More

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Authors: Menon, C D;

Reference No: BP0133TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The note sets out the law pertaining to contracts of adhesion that require an employee to make a covenant that he shall work for an employer for a stipulated period after training, and to the restrictions on future employment with competitors. ... More

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Authors: Srivastava, U K;

Reference No: CMA0454TEC Pages: 15 Published on: 25, November, 1977

Abstract: Deals with various concepts relating to technology (intermediate technology, appropriate technology, modern technology, obsolete technology, high and low technology, etc.) and steps involved in technology assessment. The steps in technology assessment are illustrated with a few examples. ... More

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Authors: Srivastava, U K;

Reference No: CMA0453TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 25, November, 1977

Abstract: The note deals with the post-disbursement and follow up measures taken by term-lending institutions (IDBI, IFCI and ICICI) for achieving the objectives of the loan and also to ensure repayment. ... More

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