Reference No: CMA0168TECPages: 12Published on: 21, March, 1969
Abstract: This note contains details regarding the district, such as history and system of irrigation, rice cultivation season, IADP, etc. till the beginning of the High Yielding Varieties Programme in 1965-66. ... More
Reference No: CMA0170(D)Pages: 5Published on: 21, March, 1969
Abstract: This case follows Part-A, Part-B, Part-C and the report on HYVP in Thanjavur District (The report, if taught). In November 1966, Mr. Madhavan called a conference of his key staff in Thanjavur. All the DAOs, the Subject Matter Specialists and the Deputy Director of Agriculture (Thanjavur-Trichy circle) were present. The agenda ... More
Reference No: CMA0170(B)Pages: 4Published on: 21, March, 1969
Abstract: This case just follows the case "Planning in Thanjavur (A). The pilot project being successful, the second phase of planning begins, raising the question "what next?". Aspects such as how to decide planning horizons, how much of pre-planning is necessary, time lag, role of the extension agency, integrated approach to ... More
Reference No: CMA0169Pages: 10Published on: 21, March, 1969
Abstract: In June 1969, agriculture in Thanjavur district of Madras state was facing an unprecedented draught. Due to an unforeseen delay of monsoon in catchment areas, Cauvery reservoirs had reached an all time low. The 'Granary of South' as the district was known from time immemorial, was threatened with famine. The problem ... More
Reference No: CMA0165Pages: 11Published on: 21, January, 1969
Abstract: The case is about the characteristics of tractor buyers and the process of buying decisions of a farmer going in for a tractor in Indian conditions in general and Gujarat conditions in particular. The case leads to information on consumer behaviour and mode of communication to such consumers, besides giving ... More
Reference No: P&IR0077(B)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Case (A) P&IR0077(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 ... More
Reference No: ECO0100Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The note discusses the interaction between accelerator and the multiplier. The material in the note is based on two major sources on business cycles. The sources are acknowledged in the note. ... More
Reference No: PROD0079TECPages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: This is a comprehensive note covering all aspects of work simplification/time and motion study. The note covers in detail method study, motion study and various work measurement techniques. The note is prepared on the basis of several books and other published materials. ... More
Reference No: QM0035(A)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case deals with the suitability of a costing system for a small manufacturer who needs costing information on practically all types of business decisions. However, an elaborate costing system is expensive and involves a lot of record- keeping. The case facilitates discussion on installing the costing system. ... More
Reference No: F&A0117Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case is intended for two class sessions. In the first session, the organizational problems of introducing change in the form of a new cost accounting system in an orthodox situation could be discussed. In the second session, the various "procedural systems" which should be introduced as a prerequisite for ... 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&IR0077(E)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Cases (E) and (F) P&IR0079(F) are about disciplinary action. Case (E) provides the chargesheet, written reply, and necessary background for discussing and analyzing the procedure used for conducting the disciplinary enquiry. After Case (E) has been discussed, Case (F) P&IR0079(F), Part I, which provides the enquiry ... More
Reference No: P&IR0025(B)Pages: 5Published 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
Reference No: F&A0077TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: A technical note on the legal requirements to be fulfilled by companies' published annual reports under the Indian Companies Act, 1956. ... 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
