Reference No: F&A0249Pages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The general manager was considering what additional control information should be collected and what control practices adopted so that the venture would be successful, and conform to plans. He was concerned about the increasing outstanding balances in the current accounts for supplies and requisites to fishing boats.This case is ... More
Reference No: ECO0183Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Discusses the inception-level problems faced by an electronics company. The change in the definition of a small-scale unit has apparently created problems in getting raw materials and foreign exchange allocated. The case also highlights the procedural aspects of industrial development and the role of various regulatory authorities. ... More
Reference No: BP0053Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: History of a large Indian business house is provided to discuss inter company investments, sole selling agency agreements, multiple subsidiary companies, and the nature of controls exercised in large groups. These topics can be discussed in the context of changing social values. ... More
Reference No: MAR0128Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: A national laboratory has changed the focus of its work from "basic" to "applied" research. The change creates new problems in relation to the "culture" of the laboratory, the organization, the motivation of scientists and boundary relationships. ... More
Reference No: PSG0030(A)Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The first part of the case describes the remarkable growth of the oral contraceptive industry in China, which dates back to 1958. In China, It is estimated, 50 per cent of the contraceptive adopters may be using the pill. In India, too, the history of contraceptive pill research dates back to late 1950 ... More
Reference No: OB0046Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Career description of an entrepreneur from a poor family and with little education. This case brings out the role of precipitating factors in the development of an entrepreneur and his decision?making processes. ... More
Reference No: BP0060Pages: 36Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The history of DCMs growth and expansion is given to enable the students identify the strategy of this large Indian company which has diversified into various businesses under one setup. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0055(B)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the process of computerization and its organizational implications in an industrial undertaking. In Part A, the management's decision to install a computer and its acceptance at various managerial levels are brought out in a historical perspective. Part B describes the effects of computerization on industrial relations in the organization. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0068(B)Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Reviews events in Indian Railways from February to June 1974. It raises some structural and process issues in the industrial relations system in Indian Railways. The role of the government as an employer is highlighted. ... More
Reference No: F&A0233(F)Pages: 29 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the problems experienced by L&T in fixing relative profit responsibilities for its regional offices and product divisions. The nature of operations of these two centres are described and their operational characteristics highlighted. The case requires the formulation of criteria to determine profit centres and the application of such ... More
Reference No: ECO0174Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case illustrates how the effectiveness of advertisement expenditures can be assessed; say, a model for sales of Voltas is set up and formalized sales of cost benefit analysis of advertisement expenditure. ... More
