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Whole of Enterprise: An Atomic E-Business Model
Weill, Peter; Vitale, Michael R.Book Chapter HBS-4949BC-EInformation TechnologiesThe use of multiple business models across an organization can create confusion among customers, who may be required to navigate not just different computer systems, but also different ways of doing business. This chapter describes the benefits of adopting an integrated whole-of-enterprise e-business model. This chapter is excerpted from "Place to Space: Migrating to eBusiness Models."Starting at €8.20
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Progressive Corporation: Variable Dividends
Luehrman, Timothy A.; Chia, BrendaCase HBS-209004-EFinanceTo maximize their effectiveness, color cases should be printed in color. In 2006, Progressive Corporation announced a change in its dividend policy. Henceforth, dividends would be paid annually rather than quarterly and, more important, would be set according to a formula that would result in considerably greater year-to-year variability than was the case historically. Under the new policy, dividends would be tied to the company's underwriting re...Starting at €8.20
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The Hertz Corporation (A), Teaching Note
Luehrman, Timothy A.Teaching Note HBS-209068-EFinanceThis Teaching Note should be provided in color Teaching Note for [208030].Starting at €0.00
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Allocating Decision Rights & Accountability: Elements of Effective IT Governance
Weill, Peter; Ross, Jeanne W.Book Chapter HBS-3595BC-EService and Operations ManagementEvery firm, at some level, needs a digitized platform, or integrated set of electronic business processes, to operate effectively. The only way to deliver a digitized platform--and superior business value from IT--is to design IT decision rights and accountabilities so that daily decisions about IT support the firm's strategic goals. In this chapter, the authors explain the importance of transparency in IT governance and describe how a firm's gov...Starting at €8.20
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Leading an IT-Savvy Firm: The Critical Role of Senior Management in Making IT a Strategic Asset
Weill, Peter; Ross, Jeanne W.Book Chapter HBS-3597BC-EService and Operations ManagementBeing IT savvy places your company in a position to take advantage of future business opportunities. To maintain the upper hand, all senior managers must make it a constant priority to ensure their digitized platform is being exploited successfully. But how IT savvy is your firm? In this chapter, Weil and Ross first ask you to assess your firm's IT savvy. They then summarize key IT leadership roles within the organization and provide information ...Starting at €8.20
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Nextel Partners: Put Option
Luehrman, Timothy A.; Scott, Douglas C.Case HBS-207128-EFinanceNextel Partners' shareholders have voted to exercise a put option that will require the company's largest shareholder, Sprint Nextel Corp., to purchase all the shares it does not already own. However, the put option does not stipulate a price to be paid, but rather a process involving third-party appraisers, who will set the sale price. This is so even though Nextel Partners is a publicly traded company. Raises issues regarding the definition and...Starting at €8.20
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Driving Value from IT: Leveraging a Digitized Platform for Business Agility
Weill, Peter; Ross, Jeanne W.Book Chapter HBS-3596BC-EService and Operations ManagementBuilding a digitized platform and the proper IT services for your company can take a lot of time and energy. However, it's important not to fall back into bad working habits once new processes are set in place. Even as you take the first steps towards building an integrated digital platform, you should already be driving value and linking it to your customers' needs. This chapter will explain how to properly drive benefits from your digitized pla...Starting at €8.20
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Groupe Ariel S.A.: Parity Conditions and Cross-Border Valuation (Brief Case)
Luehrman, Timothy A.; Quinn, JamesCase HBS-4194-EFinanceWhen students have the English-language PDF of this Brief Case in a coursepack, they will also have the option to purchase an audio version. Groupe Ariel evaluates a proposal from its Mexican subsidiary to purchase and install cost-saving equipment at a manufacturing facility in Monterrey. The improvements will allow the plant to automate recycling and remanufacturing of toner and printer cartridges, an important part of Ariel's business in many ...Starting at €8.20
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New Heritage Doll Company, Teaching Note
Luehrman, Timothy A.; Abelli, HeideTeaching Note HBS-4213-EFinanceTeaching Note for 4212.Starting at €0.00
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Finance Online Course: Introductory Section, Teaching Note
Luehrman, Timothy A.Teaching Note HBS-6013-EFinanceTeaching Note for 6000Starting at €0.00