Reference No: BP0156TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: As the Indian business community has to function within the constraints of the overall economic policy framework and regulations formulated by the states, this note briefly describes the various channels of access and influence employed by business groups in India, both individually and collectively, in the formulation of public policy ... More
Reference No: MAR0237TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note explains the objectives of industrial advertising and points out the differences between consumer advertising and industrial advertising. The basic form of industrial advertising may be a catalogue page, simple reminder, and testimonials, pointing out product differentials -- straightforward prestige or a pioneering approach. Apart from the press and ... More
Reference No: MAR0255TECPages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note develops a framework for problem definition task in terms of steps the researcher has to go through. To demonstrate what is involved, an actual problem definition exercise is carried out on two concrete marketing research situations. ... More
Reference No: OB0006Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case presents a situation where the government of a hypothetical country seeks help in designing the basic organizational form (directorate, corporation and/or cooperative) for taking over its handloom industry. It also gives a list of functions to be performed, based on which a detailed organizational structure is required ... More
Reference No: OB0039Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case describes the organizational structure and processes in a state handloom corporation as in existence at the end of two years of operations. The evolutionary process in crystallizing the structure and the apparently flexible style of the managing director are highlighted. Students are expected to evaluate the existing systems ... More
Reference No: PROD0150TECPages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note deals with various aspects of scheduling problems in a job, such as technology, criteria for scheduling, scheduling single machine systems, and simulation results obtained using heuristic rules. ... More
Reference No: OB0071TECPages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note explores the pressures for polarization of social systems into two groups??the powerful and the powerless. It argues that reduction of this power distance is necessary for preventing social systems from catapulting into catastrophes. It points out how change agents can contribute to preventing such catastrophes through bringing ... More
Reference No: MAR0228TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Advertising copy has a very important role to play in conveying to the consumer what the advertiser wants to convey in an effective manner. To do this, the copywriter has to obtain information about the product, the marketing objectives of the firm, competition and other conditions existing in the market, ... More
Reference No: MAR0244Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The product, Linear Alkyl Benzene, manufactured by IPCL, had a small market. The problem is how to develop the market so that consumption of LAB is increased. Students have to suggest the market development strategies to be adopted by the company. ... More
Reference No: CMA0485TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note describes the technological environment and the opportunities created by changes in technology of potato seed production. The existing market channels in Gujarat and the supply system for potato seed in Himachal Pradesh are described. Attention is also focused on the high investment required in potato cultivation. ... More
Reference No: CMA0492TEC Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note discusses two connotations of the concept of sustained forest yield, i.e. continuity of growth and continuity of supply. Some desirable aspects of sustained yield have been discussed. It points out that in India the concept seems to have been used independently of management in a business sense, ... More
Reference No: CMA0509TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Various kinds of conflicts arise in the management of national parks: some arising out of the objectives and definitions of management, others mainly administrative and organizational. The note discusses these issues in general. ... More
Reference No: PSG0027(A)Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The first Case (A) describes how the state family planning bureau guides and controls the field operations, particularly the nature of interaction between the state bureau and the district bureau. Based on an interview with the chief of family planning at state level, the case provides information on the functions ... More