Reference No: MAR0214TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note is a part of the series, "Techniques for Marketing Decisions." It describes an approach to quoting the most appropriate price in a competitive bidding situation. ... More
Reference No: F&A0281(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: PPIL is engaged in activities ranging from pure consultancy to total turnkey projects in high-technology fields, most of them of a pioneering nature. Case (A) describes how, faced with the various problems related to the high degree of diversity in the nature of projects and their geographical dispersion, the need ... More
Reference No: BP0076(B)Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the organizational tasks to be performed by the key functional departments and their heads, the regional directors, and the stations and station managers. The differentiation among the departments and the interdependencies, which demand a high amount of integration, are highlighted. The concept of power through control over resources and ... 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: QM0093TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Discusses the general problem of designing material provisioning systems for overhaul spares. As an illustration, an overhaul system for aircraft spares is discussed. The case discusses a simulation model and the use of this model for obtaining optimal material provisioning policies. ... 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: QM0077TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Provides a general introduction to a) linear and binary search techniques, and b) selection, exchange, shell, insertion, radix and merge sorting techniques. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0086Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with the linkages between recruitment systems, selection methods, placement decisions and evaluation of performance on completion of the probationary period. The need for systematic diagnosis and planning at each stage is highlighted so that the overall effectiveness of each officer/department can be improved. ... More
Reference No: QM0100(C)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Illustrates the problems of Arun Deshpande, a young entrepreneur who held various patents of agricultural machines. He started developing his products, financed entirely by a nationalized bank. Later, he procured bridge finance from another bank, awaiting the sanction of a long term loan from a financial institution. Since this was ... More
Reference No: ECO0229TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Questions have been repeatedly raised on the possible impact of price control policies of the government on location, investment, size, choice of technology, efficiency, and growth of industries. While not minimizing the importance of other questions, this paper concentrates on the impact of price control policies on location of the ... More
Reference No: MAR0091(B)Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the marketing strategy of a medium sized textile mill. The management's attitude towards advertising and consumer information systems is highlighted, and details about the role of the channel are provided. Decisions to be taken, relate to evaluating the promotion and distribution policies of the company in light of its ... More
Reference No: QM0059Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Gives a simplified version of the manufacturing process in the company, which is suitable for practice in the design of computer tape or disk systems for production control. ... More
