In 1961, Saudi Cement Company commenced its modest operation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This case provides an overview of how the company has evolved over a period of time. The case elaborates on the challenges faced by SCC. The case is designed to enable students to examine (1) the generic...

This paper analyses the competitive advantages of Saudi Arabia in the global petrochemical industry. Porter's model is used for this purpose. Saudi Arabia, a leading producer of oil, is also the largest worldwide producer of a number of petrochemical products. Competitiveness in the global...