Reference No: MAR0276(B)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case describes preliminary analysis done on the data collected in Phase II of the research described in Case (A) (MAR0276(A)). It can be used for understanding and evaluating the preliminary data analysis. Use of some nonparametric statistical techniques could be demonstrated for making inferences about different segments ... More
Reference No: CMA0559Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case deals with milk procurement strategy pursued by the processing plant. The survey method technique was adopted to elicit information from milk producers in the milk shed area of the dairy plant. ... More
Reference No: PROD0172TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: MRP is an approach meant for manufacturing organizations in planning and control of production for the various assemblies, subassemblies, parts and raw materials that make up the final products. This note discusses: 1) the computational rules used in MRP systems, 2) differences between classical inventory systems and MRP systems, and 3) some aspects ... More
Reference No: P&IR0145Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case deals with a situation of conflict leading to lockout in a company. After a comparatively peaceful existence for nearly fifteen years, the industrial relations situation started deteriorating. The internal as well as the external environment had undergone a radical change. A new union leader adopts the strategy of ... More
Reference No: F&A0348Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Describes the capital budgeting process followed by one of the largest companies in India - TISCO. It gives an account of the practical aspects of investment analysis. The difficulties in using the sophisticated investment techniques are also highlighted. ... More
Reference No: CMA0547Pages: 24Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case study deals with the preparation of a feasibility study of a developmental project for irrigated rice production in an underdeveloped country - viz., Liberia in West Africa. It helps students in the use of the technique of cost-benefit analysis. The exercises and worksheets attached with the case will ... More
Reference No: MAR0263TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Describes the decision areas and importance of research in sales and distribution management (Section I) and the process of research (Section II). The last section (Section III) illustrates how research methods could be used for different decision areas. ... More
Reference No: ECO0275TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: In this paper, the framework has been indicated within which planning is carried out, at the economy-wide level, for an over-populated agriculture-based economy, like India. The interaction of objectives and constraints in determining the appropriate model has been highlighted. The methodological discussion on planning models is particularly relevant for studying ... More
Reference No: P&IR0150(A)Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Case (A) provides data on the confidential reports written by a health employee's officers. An adverse entry was recorded in the confidential report of the employee. His immediate supervisor made charges against him. The employee had subsequently appealed against the charges. Case (B) P&IR0150(B) deals with the departmental ... More
Reference No: CMA0533Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: A state marketing federation, taking advantage of the scheme of the National Cooperative Development Corporation, started a cold storage without a detailed feasibility report. The unit failed to get sufficient volume of business. Inefficient management made the cold storage unpopular with the users. some consultants were called in to suggest ... More
Reference No: PSG0001Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This case investigates the variables that characterize human relations in a PHC. It describes the functions and position of each official at the PHC level and their relationships, and traces the patterns of conflict and adjustment. ... More
Reference No: MAR0265(F)TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Describes the sales management practices of a cross-section of Indian organizations. The decision areas about which actual illustrations of practices of specific organizations are: 1) allocation of tasks between own sales personnel and the distributors/dealers, 2) recruitment, training and development of sales personnel, 3) sales effort planning, target, quota setting, call norms, ... More
Reference No: PROD0170Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This case deals with offloading decision in a heavy engineering type manufacturing organization. The case covers both the procedures as well as criteria used for the offloading decision. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0143TECPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The note discusses the process of bargaining and the various stages involved. It also gives data from Indian industries on the number of issues settled, nature of settlements, duration, etc. ... More
Reference No: QM0165TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Discusses 1) introduction to computer simulation, and 2) a methodology for computer simulation experiments. One of the major phases in systems analysis is to compare the behaviour of alternative system designs and implement the one that proves the most satisfactory from the viewpoint of the given criteria. This note describes when and ... More