Reference No: QM0158Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Considers the problem of annual production planning for a handloom development corporation. Despite having a large number of products, formulation leads to a knapsack problem that can be solved easily without a computer and has intuitive appeal. ... More
Reference No: F&A0342Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses the considerations behind the bonus and dividend policy decisions, the complexities of these decisions, and their inter-dependence, more so in a profit declining situation. The implications of bonus decisions on future dividend policies are also illustrated. ... More
Reference No: PROD0153TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses coordinated production (replenishment) for items grouped as a "family" using major‑minor setup cost criterion. Some real‑life situations comprising such a family are presented. A model and an iterative procedure is provided to determine the optimal decisions û (a) the family cycle time (T*), and (b) the item multiples ( ... More
Reference No: OB0118TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This technical note is based on the author's research of the nature and processes of the emergent social personality of young professionals in India. It explores the nature of transactions between these young professionals and the organizational hierarchy so heavily loaded with experienced managers. The note further postulates how Indian ... More
Reference No: CMA0526Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Outlines a state government's attempt to obtain refinance for continuation of a development scheme. The role of AFC as consulting organization has been discussed in the case. ... 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: MAR0259Pages: 22 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This is an illustration of a basic study about the adoption of consumer durables using the in-depth (focused) interview technique. Special considerations arising in designing, conducting and interpreting such research are the focus of the case. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0002EXPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This is an exercise to generate data regarding the personnel function in an enterprise. The views of earlier groups who have played the exercise, i.e., trade unions, managers and bureaucrats are given sequentially to understand the different approaches to the function. ... 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: PROD0163Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: The case deals with statistical quality control of foundry defectives by attributes. Specifically, the first two parts of the case pose the problem of designing an appropriate control chart for control of foundry defectives, using identical sample sizes. The third part of the case deals with the development of a ... More
Reference No: ECO0269TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: The note discusses the various risk factors involved in investment analysis, the need to consider them, and the methods to handle them in investment decisions. ... More
Reference No: CMA0524Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses the uncertainties involved in providing tubewells in Chaloda village as a part of the developmental activities of a voluntary agency. Though, formal sources are available for financing the project, the farmers are not organized in getting the finances and managing the project. For want of data of the risk ... 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
