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Philips Group--1987, The

By: Francis Aguilar and Michael Y. Yoshino
  • Format:Print
  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:17
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Abstract

Discusses how Philips, a major Dutch-based multinational company, attempts to bring about a fundamental change in its strategy, organization, and culture in response to a rapidly changing market and competitive environment.

Keywords

Multinational Firms And Management; Organizational Change And Adaptation; Organizational Culture; Organizational Structure; Corporate Strategy; Competitive Strategy; Markets; Change Management; Netherlands

Citation

Aguilar, Francis, and Michael Y. Yoshino. "Philips Group--1987, The." Harvard Business School Case 388-050, October 1987.
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