HBSP (USA)
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Building a Winning Culture (Spanish version)
Simons, Robert L.; Kindred, NatalieCase HBS-114S05Accounting and ControlThis case illustrates a CEO-led organizational transformation driven by stretch goals, performance measurement, and accountability. When Kasper Rorsted became CEO of Henkel, a Germany-based producer of personal care, laundry, and adhesives products, in 2008, he was determined to transform a corporate culture of "good enough" into one singularly focused on winning in a competitive marketplace. Historically, Henkel was a comfortable, stable place t...Starting at €8.20
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Bayer Crop Science
Bell, David E.; McLoughlin, Damien P.; Kindred, Natalie; Barnett, JamesCase HBS-520055-EStrategyIn mid-2019, a year after German conglomerate Bayer Group closed its acquisition of U.S.-based seeds giant Monsanto, the leadership of Bayer's Crop Science division (which absorbed Monsanto) is reflecting on the opportunities ahead. Some observers have questioned Bayer's decision to buy Monsanto, citing potential reputational and financial liabilities; in the last year, Bayer's stock price has suffered. However, the leadership team expects the co...Starting at €8.20
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2016 Update: Argentina Turns the Page
Bell, David E.; Reinhardt, Forest L.; Kindred, NatalieCase HBS-716077-EEconomicsThis brief case is a supplement to "Cresud and Argentina" (515-043) and "Note on Agriculture in Argentina" (515-069). Set in early 2016, it describes developments in Argentina under newly elected President Mauricio Macri, including the country's return to international credit markets, major economic and agricultural policy reforms, and the potential improvements and obstacles Argentina faces under this new administration. The case also describes ...Starting at €8.20