Continuation of Case A
The Wesfarmers way (A)
Summary
A discussion between two hedge fund managers is used to examine the merits of investing in Wesfarmers, an industrial conglomerate, following a tran...
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IMD-7-2085
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©2019
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Wesfarmers
Industry
Consumer Services, Retail
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The Wesfarmers way (B)
Summary
Continuation of Case A
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IMD-7-2086
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Wesfarmers
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Consumer Services, Retail
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Optimizing omnichannel assortments and inventory provisions under the multichannel attraction model
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Assortment optimization presents a complex challenge for retailers, as it depends on numerous decision factors. Changes in assortment can result in demand redistribution with multi-layered consequences. This complexity is even more pronounced for ...
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The anatomy of family business conflict
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Understanding conflict in family businesses is a complex but essential study area for practitioners and academics. To enhance theoretical precision and provide practical insights, this article presents a comprehensive framework of family business ...
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Boundary conditions for organizations in the Anthropocene: A review of the planetary boundaries framework 10 years on
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We systematically review business research concerning the planetary boundaries framework: A natural science framework that identifies nine Earth system boundaries that govern the safe operating space for humanity. Ten years after the introduction ...
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Are you up for the challenge of a downturn? Here’s how to ensure you are
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Is your team ready for tough times? Ask these 7 critical questions to assess resilience, redefine success, and lead through uncertainty with purpose.
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AI’s great job shift will transform jobs and skills by 2030
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The rapid advancement of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is unprecedented. Looking ahead at the job markets of 2030 and beyond, we can forecast the types of jobs and skills that may get automated. Alternatively, we can also see which ne...
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Algorithms and ecosystems: AI in biodiversity conservation
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The rise of AI-assisted tools will make it easier for businesses to engage with the complexities of nature and its ecosystems and will open up new opportunities for nature-related businesses.
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Can you rely on AI? - AI Trust Checklist
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Use our AI Trust Checklist to avoid bias, hallucinations, and deepfakes. Practical tips to build trust in your AI systems.
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Candles Killer: Lighting up the world at the bottom of the pyramid
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Shenzhen Power-Solution (SPS), founded in 2009 in China as an entrepreneurial venture, disrupted traditional lighting markets in African villages with its flagship product, Candles Killer. This solar lamp, priced under $5, replaces hazardous kerosene lamps and has an optimized design (9 components, water-bottle stands). The candles killer solar lamp addresses the critical need for affordable, safe and sustainable lighting for people at the bottom of the pyramid (BOP), a huge market that multinationals struggle to reach. By achieving both low cost and differentiation, SPS created a blue ocean market. The company has made remarkable progress in its mission to provide solar lighting to underserved communities: by 2023, it illuminated over 55 million people across 7.8 million households in 66 countries. Beyond social impact, SPS achieved environmental sustainability at scale, reducing cumulative carbon emissions by 6.7 million tons, the equivalent of planting 368 million evergreen trees. Candles Killer's success led SPS to expand its product line into a solar home system for phone charging and multi-bulb lighting. SPS also introduced Solar Media, a platform with pre-loaded content (medical tips, farming methods, education) to share vital knowledge in remote regions.
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IMD-2661
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©2025
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Shenzhen Power-Solution
Industry
Energy;Utilities, Electricity Supply;Consumer Goods, Consumer Electronics
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English
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Governance at Theranos (A): A blindsided board
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This is a riveting case about poor board governance at Theranos that fostered a culture of deception and led to the company's collapse and the criminal conviction of its celebrated founder, Elizabeth Holmes. Case A outlines the establishment and growth of Theranos, it's board expansion and the issues that led to the Wall Street Journal article that raised serious questions regarding the truth of the company's claims about its product.
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IMD-2667
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©2025
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Theranos
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Manufacturing, Biotechnology
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Five Questions for Executives On Energy Transition
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Should you lead or follow, move fast or slow, go it alone or seek partners? Here’s how to get the key decisions right when aiming for a sustainable transformation.
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