Mathew, George; Dr.Karunakaran, V(Cochin University of Science And Technology, February , 1987)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
The present study is on the nature, problems and prospects of the handloom industry in Kerala. The problems of the industry are mostly in the nature of low earnings of the workers, underutilisation of the existing capacity and low profit in its various sectors. The majority of
the handloom co-operative societies are either dormant or facing liquidation. The income and employment of weavers are so pitiably low that they are living in utter poverty and starvation. Frequent price fluctuations of yarns, dyes and chemicals increase the cost of production and reduce the profitability. Consequently handloom fabrics are not able to compete with mill cloths and powerloom products. Accumulating the unsold stocks in the godowns of co-operative societies and with master weavers has become the practice of the day. Spinning mills in Kerala are producing only lower counts of yarns. S, handloom industry has to depend on textile mills in Tamil Nadu for higher counts of yarn. They create artificial scarcity and increase the prices exflorbitantly. Wage rates prevailing in Kerala are higher than those in Tamil Hadu. So rich master weavers are migrating to Tamil.Nadu and exporting the fabrics. under the label 'Kera1a Handlooms'. Governmental efforts to tackle the crisis by way of rebates and subsidies are found to be futile.
Description:
Department of applied economics, Cochin University of Science And Technology
Markose, K T; Dr.Wilson, P R; Dr.Sankaranarayanan, K C(Cochin University of Science and Technology, April , 2003)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
The study is confined to non-mechanised private and cooperative
granite quarries in Thrissur district. There are 90 non -mechanised
quarries in Thrissur district. Data were collected for the period from 1994-'95 to 1999-2000. 315* March of every year was considered as the closing date of the year. It envisages an analysis of various problems connected with quarrying operations, financial analysis, cost analysis, demand and supply position of quarry products and socio-economic background of workers. It also suggest some measures to improve the working conditions of granite quarrying.
Description:
School of Management Studies, Cochin University of Science & Technology
Jos, C A; Dr.Pylee,M V(Cochin University of Science And Technology, 1978)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
This study is directed to examine how far price fluctuations in pepper can be controlled in the Indian context so as to have a reasonable and stable income for the primary producers which will ensure an adequate ‘encouragement for higher production and better export earnings. In a study of the methods of controlling violent price fluctuations a important question is that whether the present system of management of supply is satisfactory or not. It is more so when the demand
is likely to be sanimlatsd by the importers and wholesalers of the foreign countries. Though pepper is the most important of all the spices gross in India, little work has been done so far to study the problems and prospects of this commodity.
Description:
School of management studies, Cochin University of Science And Technology
Gopalakrishnan Nayar, K; Dr.Parameswaran, Nair N(Cochin University Of Science And Technology, January 3, 1987)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
The main objective of the study has been to
analyse the marketing problems of Indian cardamom at home
and abroad and examine possible courses of action which
would lead to increased consumption of cardamom, both
within India and abroad. This has been done in the context
of the anticipated increases in the Indian and world
supply of cardamom. Field studies were undertaken to understand
the cost of production of cardamom and cost of export.
This study was also directed at examining how
far price fluctuations in cardamom can be controlled in
the Indian context, so as to have a reasonable and stable
income for primary producers which will ensure adequate
encouragement for higher production and better export
earnings.
Description:
School of Management Studies, Cochin University
of Science and Technology
Merlin,Joseph; Meera Bai,M(Department of Applied Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, 2002)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
The overall objective of the study is to examine the problems and prospects of the tea on industry in Kerala. The specific objectives are to trace the historical evolution of the tea plantation industry in India with special reference to Kerala and to study the performance of tea plantation industry in Kerala. In order to analyse the growth performance of tea plantation industry in Kerala in a comparative perspective, growth rates for the neighbouring states of Karnataka and Tamilnadu are estimated along with the National, South Indian and North Indian estimates. Tea plantation industry is a labour intensive activity. Productivity has been low primarily because of the over aging. In all the factories visited only Black tea is produced. In factories outmoded machines which installed years ago is still used which will increase the cost of production. The major problem is high cost of production and low price realization. The workers are found to be not satisfied with their working conditions- long journey to work place, absence of resting places, latrine facilities etc. and also the problems arising from dust in the factory. At a macro level the tea plantation industry has been facing the adverse impacts of globalisation and trade liberalization. There is only one solution to this problem that is to improve the competitiveness in production of raw leaf and manufacturing of tea. Government has a very important role with specification of strict quality control
Gopinatha Menon,G; Dr.Ranganathan, N(Cochin University of Science and Technology, April 22, 1987)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
The present Study is designed to gather, record and
analyse data on history of pepper, pepper production,
procurement and marketing with particular reference to
Kerala. The main emphasis is given to study the'role
of cooperative sector with regard to procurement and
export efforts and also the services rendered by cooperative
sector agencies under MARKETFED and NAFED
to pepper trade. The scope of the Study covers the
botany, methods of cultivation, fertilizer application,
pest control management and other related aspects of
pepper. Taking into consideration Kerala's supremacy
in pepper cultivation and production, detailed study
of its production, procurement, internal and export
marketing with reference to Kerala has been given importance.
As Kerala accounts for 96 per cent1 of the
pepper cultivation and 94 per cent of the pepper production,
the present study is entirely confined to
Kerala
Description:
School of Management Studies, Cochin
University of Science and Technology
Rajeev Mukundan; Dr. Sam Thomas(Cochin University of Science & Technology, September 9, 2015)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
Innovation is a strategic necessity for the survival of today’s
organizations. The wide recognition of innovation as a competitive necessity,
particularly in dynamic market environments, makes it an evergreen domain
for research. This dissertation deals with innovation in small Information
Technology (IT) firms in India. The IT industry in India has been a
phenomenal success story of the last three decades, and is today facing a
crucial phase in its history characterized by the need for fundamental changes
in strategies, driven by innovation. This study, while motivated by the
dynamics of changing times, importantly addresses the research gap on
small firm innovation in Indian IT.This study addresses three main objectives: (a) drivers of innovation
in small IT firms in India (b) impact of innovation on firm performance (c)
variation in the extent of innovation adoption in small firms. Product and
process innovation were identified as the two most contextually relevant
types of innovation for small IT firms. The antecedents of innovation were
identified as Intellectual Capital, Creative Capability, Top Management
Support, Organization Learning Capability, Customer Involvement,
External Networking and Employee Involvement.Survey method was adopted for data collection and the study unit was
the firm. Surveys were conducted in 2014 across five South Indian cities.
Small firm was defined as one with 10-499 employees. Responses from 205
firms were chosen for analysis. Rigorous statistical analysis was done to
generate meaningful insights. The set of drivers of product innovation
(Intellectual Capital, Creative Capability, Top Management Support,
Customer Involvement, External Networking, and Employee Involvement)were different from that of process innovation (Creative Capability,
Organization Learning Capability, External Networking, and Employee
Involvement). Both product and process innovation had strong impact on
firm performance. It was found that firms that adopted a combination of
product innovation and process innovation had the highest levels of firm
performance. Product innovation and process innovation fully mediated the
relationship between all the seven antecedents and firm performance The results of this study have several important theoretical and
practical implications. To the best of the researcher’s knowledge, this is the
first time that an empirical study of firm level innovation of this kind has
been undertaken in India. A measurement model for product and process
innovation was developed, and the drivers of innovation were established
statistically. Customer Involvement, External Networking and Employee
Involvement are elements of Open Innovation, and all three had strong
association with product innovation, and the latter twohad strong association
with process innovation. The results showed that proclivity for Open
Innovation is healthy in the Indian context. Practical implications have been
outlined along how firms can organize themselves for innovation, the
human talent for innovation, the right culture for innovation and for open
innovation.
While some specific examples of possible future studies have been
recommended, the researcher believes that the study provides numerous
opportunities to further this line of enquiry.
George, Zachariah; Dr.George, K K(Cochin University Of Science And Technology, October 15, 1990)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
The objective of this study is to assess the changes
that have been taking place in the socio-economic profile of
organized industrial workers of Kerala in the context of the
changes that have been taking place in the state's industrial
structure. with this object in view, the study seeks to find
out the similarities and differences in the profile of workers
belonging to two Segments of factory sector industries in
Kerala viz., modern and traditional segments. It also seeks to
examine the factors leading to the differences in profile, if
any, and their consequences. As noted earlier, the profile of
workers may be influenced both by external societal factors and
by internal factors like the difference in industrial structure
and the technologies used. It is proposed to assess the relative importance of these two groups of factors. In drawing up the profile, we seek to find out whether the workers belonging to the organised sector of industry in Kerala particularly the more modern sector have begun to form a ‘select group‘ in the Kerala society and the total work force. Wherever possible, it is proposed to compare the profile of the Kerala workers with those of workers in other states of India. As an incidental objective, it is also proposed to find out to the extent possible, whether trends towards labour embourgeoisement and class shifting have begun to set in among the industrial workers of Kerala, particularly among the workers in the modern industries as a result of their relative affluence and their middle class socioeconomic
background. besides, the study seeks to find out
whether there is any difference in the class consciousness of
workers belonging to these two segments of organized industry,
arising from the differences in their economic status and social
background.
Description:
Department Of Applied Economics
Cochin University Of Science And Technology
Mini, P P; Dr.Arunachalam, P(Cochin University Of Science And Technology, June , 2013)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
Health insurance has become a necessity for the common man,
next to food, clothing and shelter. The financing of health expense is either catastrophic or sometimes even frequently contracted illnesses, is a
major cause of mental agony for the common man. The cost of care may
sometimes result in the complete erosion of the family savings or may
even lead to indebtedness as many studies on causes of rural
indebtedness bear testimony (Jayalakshmi, 2006). A suitable cover by way
of health insurance is all that is required to cope with such situations.
Health care insurance rightly provides the mechanism for both
individuals and families to mitigate the financial burden of medical
expenses in the present context. Hence a well designed affordable health
insurance policy is the need of the hour.Therefore, it is very significant to study the extent to which the
beneficiaries in Kerala make use of the benefits provided by a social health
insurance scheme like RSBY-CHIS. Based on the above pertinent points, this
study assumes national relevance even though the geographical area of the
study is limited to two districts of Kerala. The findings of the study will bring
forth valuable inputs on the services availed by the beneficiaries of RSBYCHIS
and take appropriate measures to improve the effectiveness of the scheme
whereby maximum quality benefit could be availed by the poorest of the poor
and develop the scheme as a real dawn of the new era of health for them
Description:
Department of Applied Economics,
Cochin University of Science and Technology
Harikrishnan, K; Dr.George, Varghese K(Cochin University of Science and Technology, July 30, 2008)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
In the absence of entry barrier or regulatory restrictions, Non Banking Financial
Companies frantically grew and accessed the public deposit without any
regulatory control. The deposit of NBFCs grew from Rs. 41.9 crore in 1971 to
53116.0 crore in 1997. This growth was the result of a combined effect of
increase in the number of NBFCs and increase in the amount of deposits. The
deposits amazed as above was invested in various assets especially that in
motor vehicles by these asset financing NBFCs. Various tactics were adopted
by these NBFCs and their agents for recovering the receivable outstanding from
such assets. Both central government and RBI were concerned about the
protection of depositors‘ interest and various committees were set up to frame a
comprehensive regulation for the functioning of these NBFCs.
Description:
School of Management Studies, Cochin University
of Science and Technology
Chandrasekharan Pillai,N; Dr.Parameswaran, Nair N(Cochin University of Science and Technology, March , 1983)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
Public undertakings have been assigned a significant role to play in the systematic socio-economic development of India. My interest in the subject was kindled while I was doing my Masters Diploma in Public Administration at the Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi during 1960-61. It was further strengthened by my teaching of the subject in different courses offered by me at the School of Management Studies and in several programmes organised by various voluntary and training organisations like the Institute of Management in Government, Trivandrum, Centre for Management Development, Trivandrum, etc. The several years in which I served as a member of the faculty in the School of Management Studies, University of Cochin,gave me the opportunity to come into close contact with different public sector concerns and their managers at various levels. This rich opportunity gave me a better insight into the problems faced by these concerns. The present study is a result of the interest so developed.
Description:
School of management studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology
Leena, Mathew; Dr.Krishnan Nampoothiri, K(Cochin University of Science And Technology, November , 1996)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
NABARD has completed 14 years of operation.ln the light of
its experiences and achievements, the performance ev.ilu.ilion of
the National Bank need to be looked into.This could provide certain
criteria for its strength and weakness which may help in
consolidating the institution for better utilisation of its potentialities.
It is also noteworthy that no evaluative study on the National Bank
has been conducted in Kerala. The Major objective of this study is to evaluate the role of NABARD in catering to the long-term agricultural
requirements of Kerala for 1982 to 1992.This is done by analysing
the quantum and quality of NABARD's schematic
refinance. The qualitative indices like (1) the efficiency of loan
recovery, (2) the impact or financial viability of NABARD refinanced
schemes, (3) the credit gap, (4) the commitment-disbursement gap,
and (5) the imbalances in the NABARD refinance form the core of
the study.Hypotheses were formulated inorder to study and
analyse these qualitative indices. The study is presented in eight chapters
Description:
Department of applied economics, Cochin University of Science And Technology
Anvar,P; Meera Bai,M(Department of Applied Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, 2003)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
The study makes an attempt to examine the inter regional variations in Kerala in economic development with respect to the important indicators of development over the period 1971 to 2001. The study takes districts as the unit of analysis because this is an attempt to find out the status of districts in Kerala.The study proved that there exists inter district disparities in economic development measured in terms of different indices used for analysis.. statistical estimation of variation proves that there is high degree of variation in industrial sector followed by social and economic infrastructure. The composite index of industrial development shows that the highest index is 1.395 which is five times greater than that of the lowest index 0.273. More or less the same pattern of differences are noticed in most of the indicators of the development. A ranking of the district on the basis of the overall development indicators shows that Malappuram is the least developed district in Kerala. In case of almost all indicators of development Malappuram is lagging behind all other districts.