Reference No: CMA0684Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up,required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More
Reference No: BP0204TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The note gives an overview of the dimensions involved in developing a communication strategy at both individual and organizational levels. Covers: a) the various stages in the process of communication, b) differences in interpersonal and organizational communication, c) percolation of personality and objectives
through communication, d) push and pull aspects ... More
Reference No: MAR0298Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case covers various aspects of the solar cooker programme in Gujarat. Marketing is covered in detail. Since, the solar cooker programme is a national programme, links of the operating agency in Gujarat with the apex body are discussed. It is compared with programmes in other states. Performance of other ... 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
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: CMA0681Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up, required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More
Reference No: OB0179TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note discusses how the use of power affects organizational decision making. It discusses power, Authority organizational Politics, Sources of power and power tactics. It delineates Political Models from bureaucratic and national models of viewing organizations. It discussed in some detail how politics affects careers, Executive succession organization structure ... 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: PSG0057Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case examines the interaction between the Pallavan Transport Corporation and some of the agents in the environment like the consumer, the Madras Municipal Corporation, the Madras Metropolitan Development Authority, the Finance Department, and the Home Department. ... More
Reference No: ECO0316TECPages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The note provides a systematic discussion on the following aspects of product pricing: (a) price determinants, (b) optimum pricing under various objectives, varying competition, varying government interventions, discriminatory pricing, and pricing under multi-plant and multi-product situations, (c) pricing practices, and (d) synthesis between optimum pricing and pricing practices. The various ... 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: F&A0401Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The case is useful in explaining the working of stock market operations ? the specified and non-specified securities, carry forward of transactions, badla market, margins, book closure, price adjustment for rights and other capital issues, and ex-rights and ex-dividend stock prices. It is also an exercise in valuation of partly convertible ... More
Reference No: CMA0679Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: Controversy about the merits and demerits of the goat has been summarized in this case, besides raising issues arising out of the controversy. Some aspects of the social, environmental, and economic reasons for the unprecedented growth in goat population have also been presented.Following a summary of past and current ... More
