Reference No: PROD0166TECPages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This problem deals with the methodology of finding a minimum cost acceptance-sampling plan where the relevant costs are the cost of inspection and the cost of undetected defectives. Sampling is by attributes. ... More
Reference No: PROD0152TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: ABC analysis is a basic tool for analysing the characteristics of a range of items at an aggregate level. In this note the applications of ABC analysis to two important areas of inventory management is considered:( 1 ) the estimation of aggregate inventory characteristics, and ( 2 ) designing individual item decision models using ABC ... More
Reference No: OB0117TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses the conflict?cooperation problem in industrial settings. After a brief mention of the Lewinian theory of conflict, potential sources of industrial conflict as well as the ways and methods of reducing and resolving the industrial conflict have been suggested. Taking the position that conflict and cooperation are two extremes ... More
Reference No: PROD0162TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This note deals with the capacity measurement of a production system. Various factors influencing capacity are highlighted, and their effects on capacity measurement are discussed. ... More
Reference No: OB0112Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Managers with ideas are likely to emerge successful if they have patience and perseverance. This case demonstrates how a young manager is able to get his ideas across with patience. A new system of payrolls suggested by him is resisted in the beginning. When he pursues it patiently he succeeds ... More
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: P&IR0139TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Highlights important steps in the process of analysis after data have been collected. It outlines how analysis should be carried out. It is useful for students /participants taking courses in research methodology. ... 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: OB0163TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This note discusses the change process, the change roles and steps, as well as the individual elements, especially from the point of view of a person working within the organization. It provides seven keys for changing from within, based on the author's varied experience. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0149Pages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case provides a series of advertisements issued by employer organizations in national newspapers over the past decade. The industrial relations issues that these advertisements highlight have been suggested in the opening note for discussion in the case. ... More
