It focuses in detail on the implementation of a corporate restructuring program at ABB’s German subsidiary. Particular attention is paid to Germany’s unique form of industrial governance. Two main problem areas, power plants and power transformers, are described in detail. ABB’s new financial policies, organization, behavior and objectives are introduced. How should the director of …
This technical note discusses issues related to carbon markets: Emissions Trading Approaches (CapandTrade, BaselinendCredit and Offsets), Regulatory Framework (Kyoto Protocol) and two key mechanisms for credit creation, Clean Development Mechanism and Joint Implementation; Creation and commercialization of carbon credits (CER) (markets such as OTC and organized exchanges such as Chicago Climate Exchange); Examples of carbon …
B case by case UV7765 This case represents a mix of frequently reported experiences that people have when dealing with others from different social classes and positions of power. Case A takes the perspective of Dan Marlow, who grew up with access to financial and cultural resources and built his own construction company. You just …
Supply chains consume a large amount of capital and are responsible for most of the cost of goods and operations of a company. Supply chains also create significant value and can be the determining factor for a business to retain its customers. Using concrete examples, this case presents students with an inventory model that shows …
This notice provides a framework for consciously building effective interpersonal relationships. We will first define the necessary attributes of these relationships. Next, we’ll look at common barriers to effectiveness. Eventually, we will provide tools to build and maintain these relationships.
Founded in 2007, Bolaven Farms is a charitable coffee business. Bolaven Farms was founded in Laos and Hong Kong with the goal of providing high-quality coffee to the global public while helping alleviate poverty among Lao coffee farmers. The business model involves the full integration of the coffee supply chain, from the sowing of coffee …
This series of cases addresses three important turning points in Palm’s history that relate to decisions about its platform: when the company considered opening its operating system (OS) to licensing to third-party hardware manufacturers; 2001 when the company decided to split into two independent companies; and in 2005 when the company migrated from its own …
Leo Burnett Co. Ltd. is a global advertising agency. The company is partnering with one of its largest customers to launch a new line of hair care products in the trial markets of Canada and Taiwan in preparation for a global launch. Typically, after a brand is launched, the Global Brand Center transfers responsibility for …
Peter Löscher became CEO of Siemens in July 2007. It was one of the most tumultuous moments in the company’s history when the company stumbled upon a compliance scandal involving alleged bribes of hundreds of millions of euros and billions of euros. in fines and fees to clear his name. Furthermore, the company’s operating groups …
This case tells how Richard finally decided to take on the great challenge and put together an integration team of experts in different functions and prepared for all the aspects that he might consider. However, during his trip to Indonesia, Richard was informed of a death threat email from someone at the Batam factory. Should …