"IBM and Google"

1.  Explain whether or not you agree with IBM’s cost-reduction decisions  regarding both the pension plan overtime for employees and the  acquisition of a competitor to protect IBM’s competitive position in the  mainframe business. Examine how IBM’s actions contradict its value  statement.  2.  Support or critique Google’s actions, as identified in the situations  within the case study. Discuss the impact of Google’s actions on its  reputation as an ethical and socially responsible firm.