Reference No: F&A0253TECPages: 29Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Deals with the concepts, techniques and procedures for inventory valuation in a manufacturing organization. The note describes the two major systems of cost accounting job and process. Also, included in the note, are the different bases of costs for inventory valuation, viz. actual versus standard cost, and direct or variable ... 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 costbenefit analysis of advertisement expenditure. ... More
Reference No: BP0049(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Presents an account of the development of the largest rayon filament yarn producer in the country; discusses the strategy which successfully integrated company operations for the manufacture of chemicals required by it, but failed to manufacture the most essential raw material--rayon-grade wood pulp; and illustrates how the company diversified its ... More
Reference No: P&IR0055(A)Pages: 12Published 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(A)Pages: 7Published 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: MAR0104Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The case presents a review of the marketing operations of a medium-sized hosiery which has become very strong in the local market and now intends to penetrate into wider geographical areas. All elements of the marketing mix deployed by the company have been covered, and students are expected to ... More
Reference No: MAR0122Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The company wants to expand its business by taking up the manufacture and marketing of razor blades. The company executives happen to have access to a blade users' survey. The case provides an opportunity to examine how various existing brands are positioned, and possible and desirable product position for the ... More
Reference No: P&IR0104TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This note provides a perspective on the so- called industrial society to practising managers and administrators; brings out the main social and cultural attributes of the industrial society, and examines the classic observations made on such a society by outstanding scholars such as Marx and Weber; and discusses, in the ... More
Reference No: OB0141TECPages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The concept of OD has been defined. Various Characteristics of OD have been discussed. Several interventions used in OD Programme are mentioned. Some issues in OD Programme are mentioned. Some issue in OD Work in India are also discussed. ... More
Reference No: ECO0165TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Note provides background to the main problem areas to be examined in fixing price of agricultural crops. It discusses some controversial issues also. ... More
Reference No: BP0057Pages: 40Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Narrates the success of one of the oldest banks in India; identifies the changing trends over the years in the ethics of the banking business and the circumstances leading to bank nationalization; and discusses the performance budgeting system introduced by the bank for achieving these objectives. ... More