Reference No: PROD0176TECPages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: The note deals with materials requirement planning (MRP)??its significance, principal assumptions and prerequisites of the MRP system, and lot sizing techniques and advantages. Product structuring and other important aspects of the MRP are also considered. ... More
Reference No: CMA0568TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This note covers some important concepts and methods which are normally used for project appraisal. Concepts and methods covered include (1) budgeting 'model' situation, (2) incremental concept, (3) current or constant prices, (4) direct and indirect impacts of a project, (5) acquisition and opportunity costs, (6) initial investment and terminal values, (7) time horizon, (8) time value of ... More
Reference No: F&A0361TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This note compares the conventional and the Arditti-Levy methods of measuring cash flows and discount rate. It proves that the conventional method is consistent with the wealth maximizing principle. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0158TECPages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Data relating to Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act was analyzed to identify the importance attached to the personnel function relative to other functions. This analysis was done sectorally public, private and classified industry-wise following NIC classification. The educational profile of personnel officers was also examined. Data indicates that 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: PROD0189TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Discusses the estimation of cost in project situations at various points in time. Also discusses coding to facilitate reporting and control of costs, and the cost accounting procedure for the project situation. ... More
Reference No: BP0188Pages: 1Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Illustrates how managers are likely to face an awkward situation if they act on an impulse without first being sure of their facts. Naik assumes that Patil, one of his subordinates, is the one who has been promoted and congratulates him. Patil takes it for granted that his boss knows ... More
Reference No: PROD0190TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Describes an organization's experience in organizing the productivity programme. The technical and organizational aspects are dealt in the context of an engineering industry. The implementation of productivity programme is also discussed with the shop?level experience. ... More
Reference No: BP0179TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The purpose of this note is to answer the following questions: (a) How to identify the relevant environment of one's company? (b) What are the sources of environmental information? (c) How can one forecast the development in the environment? (d) How does one interpret the information so collected? (e) How ... More
Reference No: OB0167Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case is about an individual who has become a victim of organizational politics. It highlights how top officials indulge in politics concerning organizational use of lower?level officials; and how an individual, as a consequence of this politics, develops conflict within himself, which in turn leads to a dramatic ... More