Reference No: QM0220TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: This note is an introduction to the expert system shell called VP-EXPERT. It highlights the important features of VP-EXPERT and illustrates these features using a simplified tax-planning problem. In this process, the note also introduces most of the commands of VP-EXPERT. The note concludes with highlighting some of the shortcomings ... More
Reference No: ECO0323TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The note attempts to: (a) explain the significance of optimization techniques in decision-making, (b) discusses the various concepts and techniques for optimization under appropriate heads, and also, (c) illustrates the application of optimization techniques in decision-making. ... More
Reference No: PROD0212Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The case illustrates a situation where the company had to decide on whether to discontinue production of its main product. The decision is influenced by government policy changes, international competition, and efficiency of the company's operations. The case has conceptual focus on elements of manufacturing strategy, especially in relation to ... More
Reference No: CMA0709TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: This note defines correlation and discusses various forms of correlations. Partial and rank correlations are also discussed, and an example is given to compute linear and rank correlation coefficients. ... More
Reference No: F&A0411(A)Pages: 26 Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The focus of the case is on the entry strategy of Spartek Ceramics India Limited., especially product selection, technology, marketing, and financial strategies of a start-up venture. It examines the alternative growth strategies open to the company in the context of changing industry structure and increased competition. The case also ... More
Reference No: ECO0321Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The case is based on a project prepared for the development of rural economy of a taluka in the Chengai Anna district of Tamil Nadu. The project involves setting up of a modern rice mill under the cooperative form of organization, whose principal aim is to enhance the income of ... More
Reference No: PROD0210TECPages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: This note deals with planning and scheduling implementation of projects. It begins by considering the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) of a project as a fundamental requirement for development of planning and scheduling systems. Various methods of structuring the WBS of projects are first discussed at length, including ways of establishing ... More
Reference No: CMA0707TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The note provides a framework for analysing agricultural and rural development policies. Four models are used 4-S to link spatial, seasonal, sectoral, and social aspects of a policy. 3-A to link access, assurance, and ability. Socio-ecological paradigms to analyse the relationship between ecological variables and portfolio choices of the households. ... More
Reference No: PROD0208Pages: 30Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: Refrigerator Business Group (RBG), a division of Voltas Ltd., is producing 2.5 lakh refrigerators from its plant at Warora, Maharashtra. It has a licensed capacity of 5 lakh units and is planning to increase its production capacity. The firm has two options: to expand the existing plant at Warora or to set ... More
Reference No: CMA0711TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The two notes develop the idea that, in an organization, changes can be brought about through changing the monitoring system, indicators, and heuristics. The note gives examples from public sector rural developmental organizations and includes propositions which pre-existing managers can use. ... More
Reference No: BP0229TECPages: 43Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: This note, intended as a basis for class discussion, presents the scenario as of the late 80s in the global market for software, and outlines the structure and competition forces in the market. It gives a review of India's competition, and profiles of Indian software exporters. The note briefly presents ... More
Reference No: CMA0703Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The objective of this note is to prioritize food processing industries for their working capital assistance based on their comparative performance in working capital management, profitability, and return to investment. The note provides information on intensity and solvency management, Management of Iiquidity and solvency cushion and profitability of three basic ... More
Reference No: P&IR0180Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: A fast-track organization starts showing signs of decline. While prima facie the employees are extremely committed and management is fully alert, some deeper human resources problems seem to account for the turbulence within. A diagnostic study identifies several areas of concerns and the management is wondering what action should it ... More
Reference No: PSG0053TECPages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The note reviews the efforts made in India's five year plans for different sectors in transportation and the recommendations made by various committees appointed by government to improve the efficiency of the transport system and achieve better coordination among different modes of transport. ... More
