Publications
Publications
- November 1991 (Revised September 1993)
- HBS Case Collection
Oak Industries Inc.
By: William A. Sahlman and Burton C. Hurlock
Abstract
Describes Bill Antle's proposed restructuring plans for Oak Industries, a company composed of nine divisions which seem to be experiencing operating difficulties. During the last ten years the company has been involved in a number of acquisitions and divestitures, as well as financing initiatives which the stock market has viewed unfavorably. Antle is a former management consultant who was asked to lead Oak after a recent proxy contest.
Keywords
Entrepreneurship; Business or Company Management; Operations; SWOT Analysis; Organizational Structure; Restructuring; Financial Management; Acquisition; Financial Markets
Citation
Sahlman, William A., and Burton C. Hurlock. "Oak Industries Inc." Harvard Business School Case 292-086, November 1991. (Revised September 1993.)