Reference No: MAR0231TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Advertising is effective mass communication between producers and consumers. There are different models that explain the way advertising works. According to the stimulus response model, the receiver of the advertising message is stimulated to react according to the advertiser's intentions. Certain other models explain that advertising may help in changing ... More
Reference No: MAR0250TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note explains the various dealer promotion schemes employed by manufacturers and retailers. Incentive programmes for dealers help in obtaining the maximum cooperation from the distribution channels. Certain incentives given to the sales personnel are also included. ... More
Reference No: PROD0148TECPages: 26 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note discusses the method of scheduling batches in intermittent production systems. The production systems covered are single machine and multiple machines. Problems of scheduling multiple products are also considered. Computational details are provided for time invariant as well as dynamic batch sizes. ... More
Reference No: OB0109TECPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note posts centrality and image as two key concepts in working across organizational boundaries. It suggests that a change agent can alter perceptions of centrality and images of subsystems in ways to increase the chances of changes coming about. ... More
Reference No: BP0137TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Presentation has become an integral part of any business organization and this need has led the organizations to include as much facility here as in case of any written communication. This note covers three aspects that is essential and would help make the presentation achieve its ultimate purpose with the ... More
Reference No: BP0153TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note describes the evolution of Government of India's policy towards foreign investment in the oil industry. It brings out the gradual change in public policy from recognition of one hundred per cent foreign investment to a gradual nationalization of oil-producing companies in India. The main objective is to discuss
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Reference No: BP0169Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case combines the SAIL (A) & (B) cases and provides some additional new information. The questions and answers in the Parliament on SAIL included in Case (B) along with the organizational details of the holding company in Case (A) help pose the question as to why the SAIL holding company ... More
Reference No: F&A0331Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with the preparation of the statement of sources and application of funds and a statement of changes in working capital, along with all the supporting schedules. ... More
Reference No: MAR0221TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The success of an advertisement depends on the judgement at various stages of creating an advertisement apart from the research which may have gone into the development of the campaign. The copywriter, who plays a major role in the creative process, has to evolve an appropriate creative approach based on ... More
Reference No: MAR0238Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case describes the implementation problems of the cash credit scheme for handloom cooperatives. The scheme disburses central funds through local cooperative banks under state handloom officials' supervision. Three conversational situations describe the operating problems when the scheme is put into action. ... More
Reference No: ECO0258TECPages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note discusses the characteristics, specification, estimation, testing and uses of econometric models. The various aspects are illustrated through the example of the tea demand model for India. ... More
Reference No: PSG0011TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Sub-centres have been set up to bring health services closer to the rural population. One sub-centre is meant for 10,000 population staffed by an auxiliary nurse, midwife and a dai, with a sanction of Rs 2,000 worth of medicines. Several studies have been conducted to find out how far has the present ... More
Reference No: CMA0488Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case opens by highlighting that over 2,27,000 hectares or 59 per cent of the total forest land in Tripura supports less than twenty trees per hectare and is, thus, utilized. The Tripura Forest Development and Plantations Corporation has prepared a project to place 5,200 hectares of this land under intensive management. The ... More
Reference No: CMA0505Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case is presented in five parts. Part one covers the launching of a fruit processing unit by a district cooperative supply and marketing society. Part two narrates in brief the problems faced by the unit in marketing its produce, leading to its closure. Part three brings out the measures ... More
