Reference No: P&IR0156(A)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This exercise deals with the issue of salary revision due to inflationary trends and resultant disparities between the salaried staff and the wage earners. Part A provides the data, while Part B describes the methodology for decisionmaking. The case may be used as skill-building tool. ... More
Reference No: BP0144(I)Pages: 38Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with a new control system designed to achieve the explicit goals spelled out by the management. The Case describes the development of the new system which is interlinked with the new decentralized setup, both of which take place in stages from 1981 and are not fully complete by December 1982. The ... More
Reference No: QM0185TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Lays the basis for discussion of structured systems analysis techniques. It describes the phases of development for computer-based information systems. ... More
Reference No: CMA0580TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Cost and revenue concepts used in economic decision making differs from their common usage. This note summarizes a few cost and revenue concepts to initiate discussions on their relevance for different types of decision making. A few specific questions related o resource management decisions have also been raised. ... More
Reference No: MAR0278Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The case deals with the development and execution of creative strategy for an established brand of pain balm meant for the traditional market segment. Pretesting of visual for press advertisement is undertaken and decisions regarding interpretation of results are reviewed. Roughs used for developing advertisements for pretest, advertisements used for ... More
Reference No: CMA0571(B)Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The case is a continuation of Case (A). It explains the levels of decision-making, concerns at each level, and information flows. It raises the issues of management of information flows. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0154(B)Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This case deals with the transfer of a sweeper-cum-chowkidar from a state allopathic dispensary to a PHC. The incumbent did not comply with the orders of the Deputy CMO. This resulted in undue correspondence without any positive results. Indiscipline had also been created, with the MO of that PHC defying ... More
Reference No: BP0144(G)Pages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Starting with the history of industrial relations and unionism, attention is directed to key areas which off and on have accounted for the industrial relations problems in Voltas. These areas are: amalgamation of associated companies, EDP, emergence of VOLSA, contract labour, and agitation by instalment. The stands taken by the ... More
Reference No: CMA0578Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Attempts to present a methodology for estimating production potentialities of an area based on analysis of micro production units. Aggregation model was developed to obtain population parameters such that contribution of changes in production technology could be estimated. The methodology also involves the adjustments for some variables such as size ... More
Reference No: P&IR0160Pages: 27 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Matsushita Electric of Japan is among the world's largest consumer electronics companies. Half of its sales and a quarter of its workers are, however, outside Japan. The case describes the operations of Novino Batteries, one of two nearly identical Matsushita joint ventures in India that were established in 1972. The case ... More
Reference No: OB0169TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The paper attempts to discuss theories of motivation. -- Taylor's Scientific Management, Maslow's Need Hierarchy, Herzberg's Two - Factor Theory, Alderfer's ERG Theory, Expectancy Theory, Equity Theory And Reinforcement Theory. ... More
Reference No: F&A0363TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The note adopts an analytical approach for describing the various dimensions of the credit policy. It specifically focuses on issues such as credit standard, collection policy and discounts, and bad debt losses. ... More
Reference No: CMA0570TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This note discusses the following questions: What is shadow price? Why is it needed? What practical and conceptual considerations are involved in shadow pricing? Which goods, inputs and services need to be shadow priced? ... More