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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

Reference No: MAR0214TEC Pages: 3 Published 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

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Authors: Raman, K S; Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0073TEC Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: This note describes the origin and growth of the public sector in India. The growth is explained by means of statistical tables. ... More

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Authors: Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0069(B) Pages: 5 Published 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

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Authors: Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0071 Pages: 21 Published 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

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Authors: Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0081(D) Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Describes an attempt at worker participation in management at Punjab National Bank. It describes how the chief executive went about getting the acceptance of the employees and officers unions to the concept of worker participation. The case highlights the different attitudes of various people towards participation, and the problem of ... More

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Authors: Tandon, P L;

Reference No: BP0080TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: The note describes what accountability means - in particular, to the public sector. ... More

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Authors: Kulkarni, G R;

Reference No: BP0095 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: The public sector steel companies in India represent an overwhelmingly dominant segment of the total steel industry of the country. As such, corporate long range planning assumes dimensions which almost seem to overlap with the task of national log range planni The case provides an introduction to the complexity of ... More

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Authors: Tandon, P L;

Reference No: BP0075TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: The note gives a brief description of the evolution and objectives of Public Sector. ... More

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Authors: Kulkarni, G R;

Reference No: BP0091(A) Pages: 19 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Sets out the background, including the policy considerations that led to the setting up of the company (FCI), its assigned tasks and objectives, and the initial perception of top management of the corporation and interested outsiders about the strategy it had to adopt to achieve the set tasks. Students would ... More

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Authors: Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0072 Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Describes the setting up of the Bureau of Public Enterprises and its role and functions as they have evolved over the time. The views and recommendations of the study team on public sector undertakings of the Administrative Reforms Commission and the final recommendations of the commission are also described. The ... More

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Authors: Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0081(E) Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: Presents an interview with a new Chief Executive of the bank, and describes how the Chief Executive views the bank and its priorities and style. It might be useful to contrast this case with the Punjab National Bank (B) (BP0082) case to understand the differences between the styles of the ... More

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Authors: Murthy, K R S;

Reference No: BP0081(C) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: A sequel to the Punjab National Bank (B) (BP0082) case. It describes the bank officials reactions to the changes introduced by Mr Prakash Tandon [described in Case (B)]. It highlights the perceptions about the change agent and the problems created by the changes. ... More

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Authors: Issac, Akkanad M;

Reference No: PROD0107 Pages: 18 Published 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

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Authors: Kulkarni, G R;

Reference No: BP0096TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1976

Abstract: The note identifies and discusses the different instruments through which the government and the Parliament ensure accountability and control over the managements of public sector undertakings in India. ... More

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