Reference No: PROD0204TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the features of expert systems and briefly discusses their applicability in the field of management. Expert systems aim to computerize the knowledge of one or more experts in a problem domain. Unlike in a decision support system, the overall direction for problem solving in an expert system ... More
Reference No: CMA0677TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: Data on livestock population in India since 1951 have been summarized. Changes in livestock's contribution to income from agriculture and allied activities have been compared with growth in their numbers. Some facts to assess the validity of such comparisons have also been presented. A fairly comprehensive spatial and temporal analysis of ... More
Reference No: CMA0685Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The case can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More
Reference No: BP0209Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: Although Ace Industries Ltd. (AIL) is a 25 year old company, its chief executive is considering its rejuvenation through the implementation of the JIT (Just in Time) mode of management. A team of management students has carried out a preliminary JIT audit of AIL and presented its findings to the chief ... More
Reference No: MAR0299TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The household sector is a reasonably large consumer of energy and in this sector cooking accounts for a large proportion of the energy consumed. The most used fuels are: 1) firewood, 2) kerosene, 3) LPG, and 4) electricity, in that order. Given the available alternatives and potential of solar energy, the note concludes that ... More
Reference No: QM0217TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note describes the basic concepts related to the communication of digital data across transmission channel. With ever increasing use of computer networks, it has become imperative to understand this technology and make the right choices. ... More
Reference No: F&A0404TECPages: 36 Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: The objective of this note is to acquaint students with concepts of mergers, acquisitions and takeovers, and to explain the framework for evaluating such decisions. The note also gives the legal aspects relating to merger and takeover activities in India. ... More
Reference No: CMA0675TECPages: 29Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note discusses the nature of follow-up exercises by NABARD for its refinance of rural development activities. It gives the proforma for various NABARD returns compiled at branch, district, and regional level by the concerned banks, and the back-up register maintained at branch level for collecting information on loans under ... More
Reference No: CMA0683Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case deals with project proposals in different agro-based industries. The case includes information on the project's socio-economic justification, location selection, market analysis, manufacturing process, proposed organizational set-up required capital investment, operational revenue, and cost data. The cases can be used to teach in a comprehensive way the cost concepts, ... More
Reference No: BP0207TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note briefly discusses the method developed by Charles Kepner and Benjamin Tregoe on problem analysis and decision-making. The methods are formulated on the basis of two fundamental
points: (1) Every problem is a deviation from some standard of expected performance. (2) A change of some kind is always the cause of ... More
Reference No: QM0215TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This set of notes discusses the concepts underlying the design of operating systems. The mechanisms by which operating systems manage the hardware and software resources of the computer system are discussed. Specific examples from two popular operating systems namely VAX/VMS and Unix are presented. ... More
Reference No: F&A0402(A)Pages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: These two cases discuss project evaluation of a diversification proposal in a single product context. Case A (F&A0402), in particular, deals with strategic issues such as strengths and vulnerabilities of current business (precision tubes), need for diversification, evaluation of a diversification project (industrial gas cylinder) in terms of strategic ... More
Reference No: CMA0673TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note defines land and real estate and lists fundamental rights in land. It describes alternative ways to controlling use of land and factors that affect the choice of alternative. The purchase alternatives are: determining market price of land; value to purchaser; financial constraints of the purchaser; and purchase of ... More
Reference No: OB0180Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case presents the culture of a successful advertising Agency. It describes the mechanisms used by the organization in shaping its culture. ... More
Reference No: PSG0058Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This case examines the composition of the board of the Pallavan Transport Corporation. The members are drawn from various departments of the Tamil Nadu Government. This in turn affects the decision-making. It also brings out the low-key role of the chairman, who is drawn from either the IAS or IPS. ... More
