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Datronics (A)

By Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries,  Katharina Balazs
Published 12 Jan 1996
Reference 4662
Topic Leadership & Organisations
Industry Information Technology and Services
Region Global
Length 3 page(s)
Language English
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Summary

The case in three parts describes the do's and don't's of a downsizing process in a high-tech company. It contains numerous examples of the different issues that arise during a downsizing effort and makes suggestions about how - and how not - to deal with these issues.

Teaching objectives

The teaching objectives of this case consist of pointing out the dangers of a poorly planned corporate downsizing effort and to provide suggestions about how to proceed in a more constructive way.

Keywords
  • DOWNSIZING
  • CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING
  • LEADERSHIP
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      About the authors
      Kets de Vries

      Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries

      Distinguished Clinical Professor of Leadership Development and Organizational Change

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