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Luotang Power: Variances Explained
Simons, Robert L.; Chapman, Craig JCase HBS-913533-EAccounting and ControlThe general manager of Luotang Power, a coal-fired power plant located in central China, reviews annual results before a meeting with the board of directors. He thought the company performed well during the year and both plant availability and fuel economy had improved over the previous year. However, the positive performance does not show in the financial results and he must investigate before presenting to the board. He considers performing a v...Starting at €8.20
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Measures to Improve Performance (Spanish version)
Simons, Robert L.; Kindred, NatalieCase HBS-117S10Accounting and ControlThe widespread cheating scandal that rocked the Atlanta public school system in 2010 and 2011 illustrates how high-stakes performance pressure, without sufficient risk controls, can drive dangerous behavior. After becoming superintendent of the low-income and academically struggling Atlanta, Georgia school system in 1999, Beverly Hall implemented new measurement systems-many of them derived from business best practices-to motivate and evaluate th...Starting at €8.20
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Crocs (B): Hitting the Skids
Lee, H; , Hoyt, D; , Marks, MCase SGSB-GS57B-EService and Operations ManagementThrough 2007, Crocs grew rapidly, and its stock soared. In early 2008, the stock plunged, as analysts cited excess inventory. During 2008, revenues decreased, and the company restructured. The B case summarizes these developments, and asks what the company should do now.Starting at €5.74
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Atlanta Schools: Measures to Improve Performance, Teaching Note
Simons, Robert L.; Kindred, NatalieTeaching Note HBS-114062-EAccounting and ControlTeaching note for case 114001.Starting at €0.00
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Luotang Power: Variances Explained, Teaching Note
Simons, Robert L.; Chapman, Craig JTeaching Note HBS-913534-EAccounting and ControlTeaching Note for Product #913533Starting at €0.00
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The 7 Questions to Ask (Spanish version)
Simons, Robert L.Article HBS-R1011GStrategyAn economic downturn can quickly expose the shortcomings of your business strategy. But can you identify its weak points in good times as well? And can you focus on those weak points that really matter? Drawing on some 25 years of research, Harvard Business School professor Robert Simons identifies seven questions all executives should ask in order to ensure their strategies' success. Have you identified your primary customer? Decided whether sha...Starting at €8.20
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Luotang Power: Variances Explained (Spanish Version)
Simons, Robert L.; Chapman, Craig JCase HBS-914S06Accounting and ControlEl gerente general de Luotang de energía, una planta eléctrica de carbón ubicada en el centro de China, revisa los resultados anuales antes de una reunión con el consejo de administración. Él pensaba que la empresa tuvo un buen desempeño durante el año y tanto la disponibilidad de la planta y la economía de combustible ha mejorado respecto al año anterior. Sin embargo, el buen comportamiento no se muestra en los resultados financieros y tiene que...Starting at €8.20
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Crocs (A): Revolutionizing and Industry's Supply Chain Model for Competitive Advantage
Holloway, C; , Lee, H; , Hoyt, D; , Silverman, A; , Marks, MCase SGSB-GS57A-EService and Operations ManagementEste caso analiza el crecimiento asombroso de Crocs, Inc., un fabricante de zapatos de plástico, desde 2003 hasta principios de 2007. Gran parte del crecimiento de la empresa fue posible gracias a una cadena de suministro altamente flexible que permitió a Crocs desarrollar productos adicionales dentro de la temporada de ventas. El modelo habitual en la industria de la moda era recibir órdenes mucho antes de cada temporada de ventas, y producir es...Starting at €8.20
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Crocs (C ): Back from the Dead
Lee, H; , Hoyt, D; , Marks, MCase SGSB-GS57C-EService and Operations ManagementIn 2009, many thought Crocs was “dead.” The C case presents exhibits that illustrate the company’s recovery.Starting at €8.20
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Crocs: Revolutionizing and Industry's Supply Chain Model for Competitive Advantage - Teaching Note
Holloway, C; , Lee, H; , Hoyt, D; , Silverman, A; , Marks, MTeaching Note SGSB-GS57TN-EService and Operations ManagementThis case discusses the astounding growth of Crocs, Inc., a manufacturer of plastic shoes, from 2003 through early 2007. Much of the company’s growth was made possible by a highly flexible supply chain which enabled Crocs to build additional product within the selling season. The normal model used within the fashion industry was to take orders well in advance of each selling season, and produce to those orders, with relatively little additional...Starting at €0.00