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Orascom Telecom Holding (C): Condensed
Bourgeois, L. J. IIICase DARDEN-S-0246 -EStrategyStarting at €5.74
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The NeXt-Generation Leader: Why You're What We Need Now...and How--Generation X at the Helm
Erickson, TamaraBook Chapter HBS-5682BC-EWe face a world with finite limits, no easy answers, and the sobering realization that we are encountering significant, intractable problems on multiple fronts. Why is this good news? Because your unique attributes as a member of Generation X give you a strong advantage in remaking organizations to reflect twenty-first century realities. The most difficult elements of your past may well be those that provide you with the strongest capabilities to...Starting at €8.20
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Roma Victor: Europe's First Serial Acquirer
Bourgeois, L. J. III; Hoeber, HenningCase DARDEN-BP-0551-ECorporate GovernanceBesides adopting the tactics and types of arms and armor effectively used by its adversities, the Romans also incorporated superior intangibles such as tactical knowledge of their enemies. This case is used in Darden's "Post-Merger Acquisition" course elective to draw parallels to M & A strategies used by corporations today.Starting at €8.20
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Note on Postmerger Integration
Bourgeois, L. J. III; Patel, LipiTechnical Note DARDEN-BP-0539-ECorporate GovernanceApproximately 65% to 85% of mergers fail. That’s a startling statistic. While there are myriad reasons why mergers are not successful, in many cases the reason is simple: a failure to develop and execute an appropriate postmerger integration (PMI) strategy. Clues to successful PMIs can be gleaned from the 15% to 35% of mergers that do succeed; this note contains some tips and best practices distilled from those successes. Because every company an...Starting at €8.20
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Nok Anulomsombut and the Thai Online Gaming Challenge (A)
Bourgeois, L. J. III; Namasondhi, Kanokrat; Yoon, BryanCase DARDEN-S-0326-EStrategyManeerut "Nok" Anulomsombut has just been appointed COO of Garena Thailand (Garena), a fast-growing online gaming company. When damaging rumors about one of the company's applications begin spreading among Garena's Thai customer base, Nok is solely responsible for resolving the ensuing crisis. Though the rumors are unfounded, they threaten to undermine Garena's relationship with its critical partners, permanently damage its reputation...Starting at €8.20
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Naresh Kumra and the Amazon Debacle (A)
Bourgeois, L. J. IIICase DARDEN-S-0310-EStrategyThis case series follows CEO Naresh Kumra of JMATEK, an a global leader in evaporative air coolers and portable air conditioners. Although Amazon had been a major sales channel in the previous year, 2017 sales were down significantly, threatening a major new round of funding. The (A) case allow students the opportunity to troubleshoot new business sales in a growing digital marketplace, and the (B) case shows how Kumra applied both his Hindu back...Starting at €8.20
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Naresh Kumra and the Amazon Debacle (B)
Bourgeois, L. J. IIICase DARDEN-S-0311-EStrategyThis case set follows CEO Naresh Kumra of JMATEK, an a global leader in evaporative air coolers and portable air conditioners. Although Amazon had been a major sales channel in the previous year, 2017 sales were down significantly, threatening a major new round of funding. The (A) case allow students the opportunity to troubleshoot new business sales in a growing digital marketplace, and the (B) case shows how Kumra applied both his Hindu backgro...Starting at €5.74
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Introduction: Gen Y's in the Workplace
Erickson, TamaraBook Chapter HBS-6309BC-EChances are good that you, as a member of Generation Y, will not find today's workplace immediately well matched to your preferences and style. Much of that stems from generational gaps - the different ways that you and your Boomer or Gen X coworkers view the world. Your success will depend on understanding how other generations think and work, and how you can plug in to work effectively with them. This chapter is excerpted from "Plugged In: The...Starting at €8.20
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Identify Your Preferences: Generation Y--Shaping Your Personal Career Strategy
Erickson, TamaraBook Chapter HBS-7815BC-EThere is a clear link between understanding what you love and identifying tangible elements of the work environment that would be best for you. What is the deciding factor in your job search? In this chapter, the author describes six archetypes of work-related passions and preferred relationships. She also includes an exercise to help you determine which of the six rates highest for you. This chapter is excerpted from "Plugged In: The Generation...Starting at €8.20
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Introduction: New Career Opportunities for the Boomer Generation
Erickson, TamaraBook Chapter HBS-5100BC-ELeadership and People ManagementThe Boomer generation will be the first to enjoy a significant period of healthy, active non-childrearing adult life, and demographic shifts in the talent pool present mid-career workers with an important opportunity to rethink their relationship to work. This chapter offers Boomers the chance to step back and take a fresh look at life and career, and to consider the opportunities afforded them by the new world of work. This chapter is excerpted...Starting at €8.20