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consolidated theoretical effort was completed together with observations from two countries – Brazil and the USA – to build … selected in Brazil and the same three were selected in the USA. For completing each case report for the six companies in total … similarities within Brazil or the USA, than the same company in these two countries. The institutional environment and the network …
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The giant Dow Chemical Company recently went through a successful exercise in succession planning. Here, Frank Popoff, chairman of the board, shares some thoughts on the appointment of a chief executive, and the development of candidates for management jobs throughout the company.
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. Es erweist sich, dass die Divergenz in den Wachstumsraten der USA und der EU seit 1997 fast zur Gänze auf …
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To meet the challenges of the Single European Market in 1992 the distribution strategies of ICI Chemicals and Polymers are outlined, with reference to the adoption of electronic data interchange and the benefits it can bring.
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Provides an example of the use of judgemental modelling, or multicriteria decision making, as a tool for market analysis. Based on a recent study in a segment of the chemical industry within the United Kingdom, shows how the approach can be used to provide information on both the importance of...
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Purpose – This paper aims to describe the context and relevance of strategic foresight in the chemical industry. By using a case study of a multinational chemical company, the authors intend to show how global organizations use scenario planning as part of their strategic planning processes....
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Evaluates an attempt to increase numerical and (particularly) functional flexibility in a large chemical processing plant in the Republic of Ireland. Additionally, focuses on the training implications of managerial initiatives to introduce flexible working arrangements. The case evidence is...
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This paper explores whether there are discernible differences in the environmental innovation and performance of US chemical firms that can be explained by differences in the management practices and characteristics of the firms. Using data from a national survey, firm visits, and phone...
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The application of just‐in‐time manufacturing techniques in batch chemical processing environments, under conditions of variable demand, imposes significant capacity management problems. Making decisions which involve levels of customer service and resource untilization can be aided by the...
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The stiffening international competition facing the Swedish chemical industry has led to a transition from commodity chemicals to speciality chemicals. Emphasis on speciality chemicals places demands on the flexibility of production systems. Analyses the issues regarding flexible production in...
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