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Publications
- January 2010 (Revised July 2011)
- HBS Case Collection
Hindustan Unilever Limited
By: Thomas J. DeLong and Mona Srivastava
Abstract
This case illustrates Hindustan Unilever Limited's conflict resolution and people development policies using a “leading from the middle” example. The story centers on the challenges faced by an HR manager at a factory who must meet organizational objectives while handling multiple trade unions that are resisting change as well as having conflicts amongst themselves.
Keywords
Employee Relationship Management; Labor Unions; Leadership; Goals and Objectives; Managerial Roles; Conflict Management; Food and Beverage Industry; India
Citation
DeLong, Thomas J., and Mona Srivastava. "Hindustan Unilever Limited." Harvard Business School Case 410-002, January 2010. (Revised July 2011.)
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