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Shrimp Farming in Ecuador
David W. ConklinCase IVEY-9A97H005-EStrategyThe primary decision maker operated an extensive shrimp farming business in Ecuador. The shrimp value chain consisted of many activities that culminated in the preparation of a wide variety of frozen appetizers and dinners. In order to increase profitability, the company faced the challenges of moving up the value chain. Meanwhile, global consumption of shrimp value-added products was increasing rapidly. Foreign food processors and retailers had ...Starting at €8.20
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Canada's Economy 2012
David W. Conklin; Danielle CadieuxCase IVEY-9B09M008-EStrategyThis case points to the challenges that Canada faces in regards to its ongoing productivity gap with the United States and its ongoing failure in regard to international competitiveness. This case also discusses the regional differences within Canada in regard to international competitiveness. This case also discusses the regional differences within Canada in regard to economic structure and public policy issues. Finally, the case indicates a ser...Starting at €8.20
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The Risks of Global Economic Stagnation
David W. Conklin; Guy L.F. HolburnCase IVEY-9B16M121-EStrategyIn early 2016, stock markets around the world plummeted, raising the threat of another major depression enveloping the world. In their struggle to recover from the post-2008 global recession, many nations had expanded their money supply and lowered interest rates, with the aim of stimulating both consumer spending and corporate investment. While some of this monetary expansion increased production and employment, much of it created bubbles in ass...Starting at €8.20
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Great Recession, 2007-2010: Causes and Consequences
David W. Conklin; Danielle CadieuxCase IVEY-9B10M008-EFinance, StrategyA recession in the U.S. economy began at the end of 2007. Concerns deepened as an epic financial crisis shattered business and consumer confidence. By the fall of 2008, the United States was in the midst of the worst recession since the 1930s, and major financial institutions were on the verge of bankruptcy. The financial crisis and recession spread around the world. Many saw a risk that the global financial system might collapse, perhaps precipi...Starting at €8.20
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China's Banks 2012
David W. Conklin; Danielle CadieuxCase IVEY-9B10M078-EFinance, StrategyIn the 1990s, considerable debate arose concerning the strength and stability of China's banks. Of particular concern were the debts owed to the banks by state-owned enterprises (SOEs). Many SOEs were experiencing financial difficulties and so they might not have been able to repay these loans. Some analysts emphasized that, since the banks and the SOEs were both owned by the government, the only relevant concern was the financial strength of the...Starting at €8.20
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Mexico's Economy, 2012
David W. Conklin; Danielle CadieuxCase IVEY-9B08M084-EStrategyMexico had a history of repeated financial crises, with high inflation leading to current account deficits with volatile capital inflows, culminating in significant devaluations. Concerns persisted that this pattern might repeat itself in the future. In the years prior to 1980, the government of Mexico had put in place a command and control economy with an extensive array of regulations through which it intervened in the economy on an ongoing bas...Starting at €8.20
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Boosting Engagement & Commitment
García Pont, Carlos; Canales, J. Ignacio; Rothbard, Nancy; Milliken, Frances J.; Tatge, LarisaDossier DOS-29-EInformation Technologies, Knowledge and Communication, Leadership and People ManagementTo the office and beyond! Find inspiration to reach new heights -- personally and professionally -- in this dossier.Starting at €15.00
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American Express: decidir sobre un modelo de trabajo híbrido tras la crisis de COVID-19 (B)
Almandoz, John; Reiche, Sebastian; Tatge, LarisaCase DPO-815Corporate Governance, Leadership and People ManagementStarting at €5.74
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A Better Mistake
Tatge, Larisa; ; Sáez de Tejada Cuenca, AnnaCase OIT-19-EService and Operations Management, StrategyItalian entrepreneur Marco Agnolin launched the affordable luxury brand, A Better Mistake (ABM), with the belief that there were better, more sustainable ways to create and sell apparel. The company had received investment and was steadily growing. At the end of 2022, however, the CEO had to take several important decisions. These all centered on one question: how far could the company go in terms of sustainability and remain a profitable busines...Starting at €8.20
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How Employee Voice Helps Community Engagement
Milliken, Frances J.; Tatge, LarisaArticle ART-2848-EKnowledge and Communication, Leadership and People ManagementEmployees who feel empowered to share information and ideas with their managers are likely to be more engaged and motivated employees. Conversely, when employees feel they cannot speak up about issues or offer ideas or suggestions, there can be negative consequences -- for employees, their companies and society in general. This article explores the main triggers of employee silence, the effects on employees' attitudes and behavior when they perce...Starting at €8.20