Publications
Publications
- March 1998 (Revised October 1999)
- HBS Case Collection
Electronic Data Systems (EDS)
By: Rosabeth M. Kanter and Thomas Dretler
Abstract
Explores a global program of Electronic Data Systems (EDS) called "Global Volunteer Day" and examines the activities and business situation of the company in four countries. Asks students to address whether American values like "volunteerism" can be exported.
Keywords
Cross-Cultural and Cross-Border Issues; Globalized Firms and Management; Corporate Social Responsibility and Impact; Business and Community Relations; Information Technology Industry; United States
Citation
Kanter, Rosabeth M., and Thomas Dretler. "Electronic Data Systems (EDS)." Harvard Business School Case 398-072, March 1998. (Revised October 1999.)