final essay
Using the readings up till now, and the readings for Class 18 to answer the following questions related to the Daimler Chrysler: Quest to Create “One Company" Case:
· What options should Tom Stallkamp consider in response to the following exchange with Jürgen Schrempp and which option would you recommend?
Why? “Here’s what we’re going to do,” Schrempp said. “You stay close to me. Call me whenever you want. Don’t worry about going through Bob Eaton, and all that kind of stuff.” Stallkamp felt intensely uncomfortable with the idea of circumventing Eaton.
· How did cultural differences between the two companies impact the ability to achieve the benefits and savings (see Exhibits 2 & 4) as well as the overall success of the merger?
· M&A Strategy-what type & strategic objectives to meet levers of value (15 pts)
· Synergy Biases. Cognitive inertia & action Inertia (15 pts)
Clarity & Language (10 pts)
· Other Cases & Concepts (10 pts)
Rubric
Cola Wars 2010 Case
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Cola Wars 2010 Case |
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Ratings |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFactors Influencing Rivalry |
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10 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFactors Influencing Substitutes |
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10 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHow these determine industry profitability |
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10 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity & Language |
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10 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOther Cases & Concepts |
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10 pts |
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Total Points: 50 |