Reference No: P&IR0056(B)Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: In 1972, the manager, in charge of training, had to prepare a perspective plan for training for the period 1973- 75, to be submitted for the Board's approval. The priorities required to be kept in view while planning and implementing the training activities, and the specific recommendations to be made for overcoming ... More
Reference No: ECO0230TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Discusses the two types of methods for measuring the accuracy of forecasts: graphic methods and quantitative methods. Graphic methods include the control chart and prediction realization diagram; quantitative methods cover mean square error, decomposition fit, loss functions and the inequality coefficient. The note illustrates the use of all the methods. ... More
Reference No: MAR0152TECPages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note underlines the utility of industrial market potential index. Starting from a simple model, a procedure for developing an index of industrial market potential is finally arrived at. Development of the index would require selection of production statistics, and input and output coefficients. For some products the index has ... More
Reference No: BP0071Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the process of formulation of objectives of Modern Bakeries, a public enterprise. Provides a good basis for evaluating the objectives and for discussing the accomplishments of the company with respect to its objectives. The objectives were formulated after the government accepted a recommendation by the Administrative Reforms Commission that ... More
Reference No: MAR0170Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: In 1969, the marketing executives of Hindustan Lever were discussing the creative strategy to be adopted for Pears with their agency, Lintas. The company, having increased its production, now wished to expand the market for the brand. The case has a detailed look at consumer behavior and past advertising. It also ... More
Reference No: BP0069(B)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The government can get involved in the management of an industry: 1) as an entrepreneur, 2) by nationalization or 3) by taking over the management under the Industries Act. The case gives the background for the state government to decide whether to recommend takeover or nationalization, or provide financial help to a sick ... More
Reference No: F&A0263(C)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The phenomenal expansion of SBI in terms of the number of branches, their geographical dispersion, and the areas of activities, necessitated a study of the organizational objectives and structure. The study broadly defined the objectives of the bank, profit, market penetration, and position of leadership in the market. To ensure ... More
Reference No: OB0105TECPages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The concept of leadership is the relationship between an individual and a group. The note discusses the three significant styles of leadership and the emergent behaviour of the group: a) the authoritarian leadership, b) the democratic leadership, and c) the Laissez?faire leadership. Depending upon the individuals, tasks and situations, ... More
Reference No: PROD0107Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This comprehensive case deals with all aspects of materials planning and control in a medium?sized public sector manufacturing organization with an annual sales turnover of over Rs 3 crore. The emphasis is on spare parts management. The case raises the following issues: fixing of targets for investment in inventories; inventory ... More
Reference No: ECO0220Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note discusses the approach to Fifth Plan and the extent to which it represents a departure from the approach to the year for plans, and raises some fundamental questions pertaining to the Fifth Plan with special reference to the objectives and specific targets of the plan.
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Reference No: MAR0175Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Clearasil is an anti pimple cream, a brand leader in its category, marketed by Richardson Hindustan Limited. The company had appointed a research agency to gauge the impact of a recent Clearasil radio commercial. The case records in detail the methodology and the findings; and at the end poses questions ... More
