Reference No: PROD0160Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Part I deals with basic computations in PERT network, namely: 1) computation of critical path, 2) expected time to complete the project, 3) probability of completing the project by specified due dates, and 4) manpower loading. Part II deals with the problem of resource levelling in projects under conditions of, 1) single resource requirement, and 2) ... More
Reference No: CMA0527Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Presents the developmental and promotional role of institutional lending agencies in agricultural projects, and highlights the limitations of projects prepared by them at the formulation and implementation stages. ... More
Reference No: QM0151Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This case is intended to introduce the relevance of linear programming models to short?term production decisions in the handloom sector. It also facilitates discussion of objectives that may be in conflict, such as employment maximization and profit maximization. ... More
Reference No: MAR0257TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This note is meant for users of marketing research. It provides an understanding of purposes of research in a decision- making situation in marketing research, alternative research designs used in marketing research, and criteria/guidelines for selection and evaluation of alternative designs for specific research studies. The specific research designs ... More
Reference No: ECO0266TECPages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This note examines the process of structural change in Indian economy during the period 1950-51 to 1978- 79. This structural change is examined in terms of the behaviour of several macroeconomic variables such as national income, aggregate consumption expenditure, domestic savings, gross domestic capital formation, functional distribution of national income and ... More
Reference No: CMA0515TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: A chief conservator of forests is overall in charge of forestry in a state. A day in the life of a typical Chief Conservator of Forests is described to highlight how a principal forest administrator/manager functions today and what roles he has to play as the head of a ... More
Reference No: PROD0156TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: The note gives a brief description of the behavioural dimension of job design. Both traditional or micro approach and the behavioural approach have been considered. The methods with behavioural implications such as job enlargement, job enrichment and job rotation are briefly described. ... More
Reference No: MAR0254Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Presents a new concept in health care where the promoters plan to set up a modern hospital having all necessary facilities with the assistance of Indian doctors settled abroad. The concept requires a donation from these doctors, in return for which they shall get attractive facilities for settling in India. ... More
Reference No: PROD0167Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This case deals with the production scheduling of multiple products using a single facility for production. Production rates are assumed to be very high compared to consumption rates. There is a major setup cost for the family of products scheduled and minor set up cost for individual products. The concept ... More
Reference No: CMA0512Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Scientific forestry in India has been followed since over a century. It is the responsibility of the forest department, manned by the members of the Indian Forest Service and the State Forest Services. Forestry education is confined to the forest colleges only. Altogether the development of forestry has so far ... More
Reference No: CMA0534Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: The Chief Executive of the Industrial Cooperative Service Society gets the approval of the managing committee members to enter the marketing of packeted tea. The proposal was sent to the Director of Cooperatives for approval. The Director found that the opportunities in the loose tea market was more than that ... More
Reference No: CMA0474Pages: 5Published on: 20, December, 1980
Abstract: This case opens by highlighting the problems of current land use in a hot arid region. Tree plantation activity is considered as one alternative to annual crops. Five tree species adaptable to the hot arid area region have been identified. Relevant data on the costs of and returns from the ... More
