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: MAR0269TECPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The note identifies the many decisions related to managing marketing research activities. It enlists the steps necessary to be used if an outside research agency is used. It also identifies and lists the questions which need answers for the search and selection of an outside agency. ... More
Reference No: ECO0275TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: In this paper, the framework has been indicated within which planning is carried out, at the economy-wide level, for an over-populated agriculture-based economy, like India. The interaction of objectives and constraints in determining the appropriate model has been highlighted. The methodological discussion on planning models is particularly relevant for studying ... More
Reference No: MAR0266TECPages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The purpose of the note is to familiarize readers with the Indian distribution scene the large size of the distribution task, kinds of functionaries working and the type of functions performed by them, evaluation of the performance of the Indian distribution system, including the government's keen interest with respect to ... More
Reference No: ECO0273TECPages: 35 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: In this paper we are concerned with the issues related to the instruments used by the government for ensuring that the targets specified in the Five Year Plans are achieved. The instruments used in the agricultural, industrial and foreign trade sectors are considered separately. Price and non-price instruments have been ... More
Reference No: CMA0549TECPages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Deals comprehensively with all facets of the seed industry. The various attempts by the government in giving institutional support for seed production and marketing are described. The latest amongst these - the National Seed Project - is discussed in detail. The type of seed marketeers, the vast scope for the ... More
Reference No: QM0165TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Discusses 1) introduction to computer simulation, and 2) a methodology for computer simulation experiments. One of the major phases in systems analysis is to compare the behaviour of alternative system designs and implement the one that proves the most satisfactory from the viewpoint of the given criteria. This note describes when and ... More
Reference No: MAR0265(E)TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Describes the sales management practices of a cross-section of Indian organizations. The decision areas about which actual illustrations of practices of specific organizations are: 1) allocation of tasks between own sales personnel and the distributors/dealers, 2) recruitment, training and development of sales personnel, 3) sales effort planning, target, quota setting, call norms, ... More
Reference No: ECO0271TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: This paper suggests a method of estimation, that is, the least squares estimator in the general situation, when observations are interdependent or independent. The method is designated as Perfect Least Squares (PLS) because there is no other method, known so far, that provides lower magnitude of the optimality criterion. The ... More
Reference No: QM0163TEC(A)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Deals with the basic concepts of simulation modelling through GPSS. The reader is taken through an example to get familiarized with the basic concepts. ... 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: PROD0173TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This note reviews the developments in the field of multiple?criteria decision-making (MCDM) together with developments in related areas such as utility theory and decision theory. Multiple criteria problems and basic approaches to solve these problems are mentioned. Direct estimation approach and interactive approach for estimating decision?makers' preferences are ... More