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Abbey Road Studios (A) - Teaching Note
García-Castro, RobertoTeaching Note ADT-36-EDecision AnalysisThis case analyzes the option value of investing in the production and commercialization of an artist's second album. It briefly covers current facts about the music industry, including digital distribution, the emergence of new models, and the transformation of traditional record studios.Starting at €0.00
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Abbey Road Studios (B)
García-Castro, RobertoCase AD-358Decision AnalysisEl presente caso analiza el valor de opción de invertir en la producción y comercialización del segundo disco de un determinado artista. Se explican brevemente algunos datos reales de la industria de la música, en concreto, sobre la distribución digital, la aparición de nuevos modelos de negocio y la transformación que han experimentado los clásicos estudios de grabación.Starting at €5.74
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Abbey Road Studios (A)
García-Castro, RobertoCase AD-353Decision AnalysisEl presente caso analiza el valor de opción de invertir en la producción y comercialización del segundo disco de un determinado artista. Se explican brevemente algunos datos reales de la industria de la música, en concreto, sobre la distribución digital, la aparición de nuevos modelos de negocio y la transformación que han experimentado los clásicos estudios de grabación.Starting at €8.20
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Wolf GmbH
García-Castro, RobertoCase AD-325-EFinance, Knowledge and CommunicationIn a highly uncertain environment, Wolf GmbH must decide whether to launch a new prototype boiler, the CE-1. The company's managers must make their decision based on financial projections, using NPV and IRR as tools.Starting at €8.20
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Tapping the Power of Analogy (Spanish version)
Gavetti, Giovanni; Rivkin, Jan W.Article HBS-R0504CStrategyRecognize the analogy and identify its purpose; thoroughly understand its source; determine whether the resemblance is more than superficial; and decide whether the original strategy, properly translated, will work in the target industry.Starting at €8.20
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Matching Dell (Spanish version)
Rivkin, Jan W.; Porter, Michael E.Case HBS-702S06StrategyAfter years of success with its vaunted "Direct Model" for computer manufacturing, marketing, and distribution, Dell Computer Corp. faces efforts by competitors to match its strategy. The case 'Matching Dell' describes the evolution of the personal computer industry, Dell's strategy, and efforts by Compaq, IBM, Hewlett-Packard, and Gateway 2000 to capture the benefits of Dell's approach. Students are called on to formulate strategic plans of acti...Starting at €8.20
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Ryanair (B) (Spanish version)
Rivkin, Jan W.Case HBS-704S10StrategySupplements the (A) case.Starting at €5.74
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Husky Injection Molding Systems (Spanish version)
Rivkin, Jan W.Case HBS-706S18StrategyHusky, a Canadian maker of injection molding systems, has established an enviable position in the market for plastics processing equipment. The company builds the highest performance systems in the business and charges a hefty premium for them. Husky is enjoying robust growth and record profits in 1996 when competitors attack its core markets. As financial results deteriorate rapidly, founder and CEO Robert Schad must decide how to defend Husky's...Starting at €8.20
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Microsoft's Search (Spanish version)
Rivkin, Jan W.; Van Den Steen, EricCase HBS-710S03StrategyIn 2008, executives at Microsoft must decide how to compete against Google in the market for Internet search and advertising. The case describes how Microsoft has responded to a set of competitive threats in the past; how Google has gained a dominant position in Internet search and advertising; and what Microsoft has done so far in its as-yet-unsuccessful effort to catch up with Google. The case then challenges students to construct a strategy th...Starting at €8.20
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The Looming Challenge to U.S. Competitiveness
Porter, Michael E.; Rivkin, Jan W.Article HBS-R1203B-EStrategyAlthough the U.S. retains profound competitive strengths--for instance, in higher education and entrepreneurship--those strengths are increasingly threatened by weaknesses in areas such as the tax code, basic education, macroeconomic policies, and regulation. Steps to reverse the loss will require a new focus by government and business leaders.Starting at €8.20