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Aena: la crisis de los controladores
Villanueva, Julian; Bel Mallén, Ignacio; Paniagua Granados, Francisco JavierCase M-1271Knowledge and CommunicationEl puente de la Constitución en España es el último gran puente antes de las vacaciones de Navidad. En el año 2010 coincidió con las fechas comprendidas entre el 3 y el 8 de diciembre y siempre será recordado en España por "la crisis de los controladores". Se trataba de un fin de semana con gran afluencia de tráfico aéreo. Todos los españoles estuvieron pendientes de los medios de comunicación: televisión, radio, diarios digitales y redes sociale...Starting at €8.20
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Aena: The Air Traffic Controller Crisis
Villanueva, Julian; Bel Mallén, Ignacio; Paniagua Granados, Francisco JavierCase M-1271-EKnowledge and CommunicationThe long weekend of the Constitution is the last of several long weekends throughout the year in Spain before the Christmas holidays. In 2010, it fell between December 3 and 8, and it will always be remembered in Spain for the "air traffic controller crisis." It was a weekend when heavy air traffic was expected. All Spaniards turned to the media - TV, radio, online newspapers and social networks - to keep abreast of minute-by-minute developments ...Starting at €8.20
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Grupo Aramón: turismo de nieve y de montaña
Sanders, Karen; Paniagua Granados, Francisco JavierCase M-1268Knowledge and Communication, Leadership and People ManagementEl Grupo Aramón es una sociedad anónima de titularidad pública dedicada al mundo del turismo de nieve. El Grupo se fundó en el año 2002 con el fin de "impulsar el desarrollo económico social de las comarcas en las que opera, mediante la creación de una oferta de turismo de esquí y montaña moderna e innovadora". El Grupo Aramón está compuesto por cinco estaciones de esquí de la comunidad autónoma de Aragón y se define como "el primer grupo español...Starting at €8.20
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Sorenson Research Co. (Abridged) (Spanish Version)
Wheelwright, Steven C.; Crocker, GaryCase HBS-603S26Service and Operations ManagementPresenta los problemas que enfrenta un alto volumen, alto margen (pero ligero) productos médicos de negocios. La compañía está tratando de mejorar su control de inventario para reducir la inversión en inventarios y mejorar el servicio. El sistema de inventario multi-sitio actual se ha descrito y se presentan las principales alternativas para mejorar o sustituirlo.Starting at €8.20
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Scharffen Berger Chocolate Maker (A) (Spanish version)
Snow, Daniel C.; Wheelwright, Steven C.; Wagonfeld, Alison BerkleyCase HBS-607S43Service and Operations ManagementScharffen Berger, a premium brand chocolate, is growing rapidly and must decide where and when to add capacity in the production line and with what technology. The company must consider the demands of marketing, the impact on quality and reputation, and the economics of alternative approaches to increasing output in both the short term and long term. Provides an opportunity for students to examine the existing process technology and flow, to unde...Starting at €8.20
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The Morrison Company (Spanish version)
Wheelwright, Steven C.; Myers, Paul S.Case HBS-413S16Service and Operations ManagementThe Morrison Company develops and manufactures radio frequency identification tags (RFID) known as "smart labels" for the retail and pharmaceutical industries. RFID technology is a fast-growing and increasingly competitive industry. Sales have risen dramatically over the past year and production levels have had to increase to meet monthly and quarterly shipping targets. However, the increase has exacerbated existing manufacturing problems and has...Starting at €8.20
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Genzyme Center (C)
Toffel, Michael W.; Sesia, AldoCase HBS-610010-EService and Operations ManagementGenzyme Corporation is in the midst of planning its new corporate headquarters, which incorporates many innovative green building features. After learning that the building as planned would likely earn a LEED Silver rating, an intermediate score in the LEED green building rating scheme, the CEO charged the building team with exploring opportunities that would enable the building to earn the highest rating, LEED Platinum. Five additional green bui...Starting at €5.74
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Sustainability at Millipore, Teaching Note
Toffel, Michael W.Teaching Note HBS-610013-EService and Operations ManagementTeaching Note for [610012].Starting at €0.00
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Aspen Skiing Company (B)
Toffel, Michael W.; van Sice, StephanieCase HBS-611003-EEconomicsHaving begun improving the environmental performance of its own operations, Aspen Skiing Company is considering "greening" its supply chain and lobbying for greenhouse gas regulations. A world renowned ski resort vulnerable to global climate change, Aspen's activities often garner media attention, which can promote its causes. But these initiatives, which attempt to compel other firms to improve their environmental performance, risk a public rela...Starting at €5.74
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The Cage-Free Egg Movement
Toffel, Michael W.; van Sice, StephanieCase HBS-611021-EEconomicsDescribes the social movement confronting conventional egg production techniques (battery cages) based on animal welfare concerns, and some merits and drawbacks of cage-free alternatives. Highlights animal rights activist campaigns, political and regulatory responses, and announcements by some companies to shift egg purchases or sales from conventional to alternative production methods.Starting at €8.20