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Werner von Siemens and the Electric Telegraph
Jones, Geoffrey G.; Siemens, Bjoern vonCase HBS-811004-EEntrepreneurshipThis case describes the nineteenth century founding by Werner Siemens of the Siemens electrical business in Germany. Werner's dual role as inventor and entrepreneur is explored as he created one of the world's first multinational enterprises, whose growth initially rested on its pioneering role in the new telegraph industry. Werner sent his brothers to open businesses in Great Britain and Russia, and the case explores the advantages and disadvant...Starting at €8.20
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Becker Textilwerk GmbH
Soler Vila, Eduardo; Peñalva Acedo, Fernando (Portuguese Version, Brazil)Case C-810-PBAccounting and ControlThis case focuses on a German company, Becker Textilwerk, which produces high-performance fabrics. The company registered total sales of 1.2 billion euros in 2016. Becker is working at full capacity and is faced with making a decision regarding a client's request for a substantial increase in the discount being applied to its orders. If the company denies the request, the client will no longer buy from Becker and will move on to the competition. ...Starting at €8.20