Publications
Publications
- November 1980 (Revised August 1986)
- HBS Case Collection
Progressive Corp.'s Divisionalization Decision (A)
By: Robert G. Eccles Jr.
Abstract
Describes a company that is considering whether to establish an experimental division as a relatively independent profit center under a general manager. Data relevant to this decision include the company's strategy, markets, products, current structure, size, and the perceptions and interests of individual managers. Illustrates how both objective and subjective factors influence organizational design decisions.
Keywords
Business Divisions; Decision Making; Data and Data Sets; Managerial Roles; Organizational Design; Situation or Environment
Citation
Eccles, Robert G., Jr. "Progressive Corp.'s Divisionalization Decision (A)." Harvard Business School Case 481-067, November 1980. (Revised August 1986.)