Case Study Essays

I. Problem. In 1991 and 1992 Colgate-Palmolive (CP) been a dominant force in the Oral Care industry, mainly in the toothbrush segment. CP has been an successful company since the introduction of Colgate Plus, a toothbrush with a diamond-shaped head, in 1985. CP has consistently continued with research and development …

This paper will answer the case discussion questions on Li & Fung. Summarize the strategic and operational challenges facing global managers illustrated in the selected text. At one time many of LI & Fung’s customers performed their own logistics and purchasing functions in-house. Now they outsource those functions to Li …

The central problem is that Jim Delaney, president of the Apex Door Company, cannot get his employees to do specific tasks without messing up. The causes of the central problem are that when employees don’t understand something they improvise on their own without asking a supervisor. Other causes to the …

The Problem ABB is multinational company and is the world leader in electrical engineering. Like other companies, ABB does not want to miss the opportunity to expand its market to China because China has good market potential such as its high population, its growing economy, and its distinct economic trend …

I. Background of Acme and Omega * They were both once owned by the same parent company, Technological Products of Erie, Pennsylvania. * Both companies manufactured computer chips and printed circuit boards. * Acme retained its original management and upgrades its general manager to president of the company. * Omega …

1. Introduction Established in 1903, The Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Company has travelled a somewhat rocky road to success. Saved from the brink of bankruptcy by a management buyout in 1981, Harley has succeeded in building a truly global brand that is the envy of its competitors. Faced with a declining market, …

The purpose of this experiment is to determine whether or not caffeine has an affect on the heart rate of DaphniaHypothesisThe Daphnia heart rate will increase with the concentration of caffeine. I based my hypothesis on the fact that humans heart rates increase with caffeine as it acts as a …

Birch Paper Company Although the current financial implications for Birch Paper Company are not substantial, as the contract in question is less than 5% of the volume in any division, it is imperative that Birch Company establishes and addresses its transfer price policies and procedures with each division. This will …

I Situation Analysis Industry Whirlpool Corporation is a worldwide manufacturer and marketer of home appliances. It manufactures and markets mainly appliances and appliance-related products, primarily for home use. The Company has manufacturing plants in 13 countries, and is also an owner of eleven brand names. Whirlpool sends its products to …

Southwest AirlinesSouthwest Airlines employees came together in late January 1995 for their weekly Tuesday meeting. A main topic of discussion was the competitions between Southwest airlines and “Continental Lite” and “Shuttle By United”. As they were beginning the meeting a staff member advised the team of two changes “Shuttle By …