Reference No: BP0205TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case highlights the difference between the case method and lecture method, the philosophy of the case method, and different types of cases. It explains the various components of the case package -- a) course design, b) course material, c) class handling, d) case writing, and e) institutional support required. ... More
Reference No: QM0215TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This set of notes discusses the concepts underlying the design of operating systems. The mechanisms by which operating systems manage the hardware and software resources of the computer system are discussed. Specific examples from two popular operating systems namely VAX/VMS and Unix are presented. ... More
Reference No: PROD0206TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the characteristics of queuing systems, and discusses the techniques of hand simulation and computer simulation for analysing queuing systems. Pseudo codes are presented for the fixed time and variable time increment methods. The specific systems considered are the single channel single server, and single channel multiple parallel ... More
Reference No: BP0212Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This is the success story of a scientist turned into an entrepreneur. Through systematic planning, the company manufacturing various solvents has grown in size. ... More
Reference No: ECO0314TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The note provides time series data on some important macro-economic variables that are useful for students of international banking and finance. Such data are included for both, the world as a whole as well as India, and comparison and brief analysis of them has been attempted. ... More
Reference No: PROD0204TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the features of expert systems and briefly discusses their applicability in the field of management. Expert systems aim to computerize the knowledge of one or more experts in a problem domain. Unlike in a decision support system, the overall direction for problem solving in an expert system ... More
Reference No: BP0209Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: Although Ace Industries Ltd. (AIL) is a 25 year old company, its chief executive is considering its rejuvenation through the implementation of the JIT (Just in Time) mode of management. A team of management students has carried out a preliminary JIT audit of AIL and presented its findings to the chief ... More
Reference No: F&A0403Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: These two cases discuss project evaluation of a diversification proposal in a single product context. Case A (F&A0402), in particular, deals with strategic issues such as strengths and vulnerabilities of current business (precision tubes), need for diversification, evaluation of a diversification project (industrial gas cylinder) in terms of strategic ... More
Reference No: QM0218TECPages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note examines the architecture of some 32-bit chips namely Intel's 80386, Motorola's 68020 and Zilog's Z 80000. The architecture is evaluated along various dimensions, viz. number, size, and type of registers; data types and types of instructions; facilities for address translation; support for system software; support
for user programs; and ability to ... More
Reference No: PSG0058Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case examines the composition of the board of the Pallavan Transport Corporation. The members are drawn from various departments of the Tamil Nadu Government. This in turn affects the decision-making. It also brings out the low-key role of the chairman, who is drawn from either the IAS or IPS. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0178TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: Given the increasing complexity and criticality of selection in human resources management, this note raises some issues in such sub-fields of selection as selection policy and procedures, marketing of vacancies, choice of recruitment advertising, campus recruitment, employment exchanges, and reservation. ... More
Reference No: BP0207TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note briefly discusses the method developed by Charles Kepner and Benjamin Tregoe on problem analysis and decision-making. The methods are formulated on the basis of two fundamental
points: (1) Every problem is a deviation from some standard of expected performance. (2) A change of some kind is always the cause of ... More
Reference No: F&A0399TECPages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note is a description of various steps involved in preparation and appraisal of financial estimates of a project. The emphasis is on accuracy of various assumptions behind the financial estimates. To assess the risk inherent in a proposal, sensitivity analysis with regard to main assumptions must form an integral ... More
Reference No: QM0216TECPages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note discusses the basic technical aspects of computer networks. It explains the benefits of computer networks, the process of interfacing machines with different architectures, the different kinds of networks, and their areas of usage. It also describes the concept of public networks and presents details of the Indian public ... More
