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Cambridge Technology Partners (A)

By: Teresa M. Amabile, George P. Baker III and Michael Beer
  • Format:Print
  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:18
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Abstract

Cambridge Technology Partners uses a highly innovative product strategy, supported by a human resources strategy, that has been very successful. However, high growth rates jeopardize product quality while tension about relative compensation levels between sales and operations threatens the firm's culture.

Keywords

Growth Management; Compensation and Benefits; Organizational Culture; Quality; Human Resources; Relationships; Innovation and Invention; Consulting Industry; Massachusetts

Citation

Amabile, Teresa M., George P. Baker III, and Michael Beer. "Cambridge Technology Partners (A)." Harvard Business School Case 496-005, July 1995. (Revised April 1996.)
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Teresa M. Amabile

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