Reference No: BP0066Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Focuses on the problems and challenges a management graduate faces in a company, that in the past, had relied heavily on personal appraisal for decision-making. Also provides data for systematic decision-making in an organization facing problems of growth for survival. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0082Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case refers to payment of dearness allowance in process industry. The DA scheme was evolved in this organization in 1949 and several changes were introduced subsequently. The case reviews these changes and discusses the new agreement that was signed in 1974. The case provides data on DA and related economic variables. ... More
Reference No: MAR0133TECPages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This note reviews media planning models up to the year 1972. The review has been done keeping in view the requirements of practitioners in India. Suggestions for further model building in this area have been incorporated. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0040(D)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case Jagat Mills (A) to (D) are expected to be run as exercises in the determination of salary structure. Case (A) refers to the background to the problem of salary determination in Jagat Mills. Case (B) discusses the possible methodology to be employed in formulating salary structure and the ... More
Reference No: F&A0273Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Deccan Refrigerators Limited produced and marketed refrigerators, gas cylinders and bus bodies. After an initial spell of successful operations, the company began to face a tough time in the market. A technical problem with its refrigerators seemed mainly to account for this. The case presents the situation at a time ... More
Reference No: BP0061(A)Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The single-centre publication strategy of The Hindu is posing problems in light of competition from multi-centre publications, local loyalties, regional differences, and transportation problems. The Hindus strategy raises some short-, medium- and long-term issues in light of scarcity of newsprint and increasing costs. ... More
Reference No: F&A0262Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The introduction of corporate planning in Indian Railways, the largest public undertaking in country, has been described in detail. This case should be used jointly with the note Indian Railways [F&A0261], which highlights the operational characteristics of the Indian Railways and the problems faced in the planning process. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0054(B)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The three cases refer to the problem of apprentice training not covered under the Apprentice Act, 1961. Case (A) relates to the situation where the apprentices in a department were able to produce output equivalent to that of regular employees but they were paid only a fixed stipend. The regular employees ... More
Reference No: QM0063TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The Programme Implementation Unit in the Department of Health and Family Planning was asked to come up with innovative ideas for improving programme performance. In response to this request from the Union Secretary of Health and Family Planning, the Implementation Unit came up with four proposals of innovative schemes for ... More
Reference No: BP0098Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Describes: a) company history, b) its owner chairman and his style of management, and c) the opportunities and threats posed by a set of impending changes in leadership, appointment of a new deputy general manager, expansion, diversification, and professionalization. This case is a supplement to "Ajit Verma: The MBA' (F& ... More
Reference No: P&IR0040(B)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case Jagat Mills (A) to (D) are expected to be run as exercises in the determination of salary structure. Case (A) refers to the background to the problem of salary determination in Jagat Mills. Case (B) discusses the possible methodology to be employed in formulating salary structure and the ... More
Reference No: F&A0267(A)Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: These cases provide a list of the items (with figures) that appear in the company's balance sheet and profit and loss statement. Students are required to classify these items and prepare financial statements. ... More
Reference No: QM0051(A)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Describes the situation a municipal corporation faces while computerizing some of its operational systems. The application areas are described in sufficient detail so that costs and benefits of each can be estimated. ... More
