Publications
Publications
- February 1990 (Revised July 1992)
- HBS Case Collection
Whistler Corp. (A)
By: Gary P. Pisano
Abstract
Describes the circumstances surrounding Whistler Corp.'s decision whether or not to continue manufacturing operations in the United States. The company had been experiencing severe problems in its domestic manufacturing operations and was thus unable to compete with suppliers from the Far East. A pilot project organized by a consulting firm suggests a number of changes that could drastically improve the firm's manufacturing competitiveness. Management must decide whether these changes should be implemented or whether all products should be procured from offshore sources.
Keywords
Job Cuts and Outsourcing; Production; Problems and Challenges; Competitive Strategy; Apparel and Accessories Industry; United States
Citation
Pisano, Gary P. "Whistler Corp. (A)." Harvard Business School Case 690-011, February 1990. (Revised July 1992.)
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