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The introduction of a new class of persistent herbicides is anticipated by DuPont as a game-changer for the firm and its customers. Instead, the product creates unforeseen damage to vegetation. The mobilisation of the customer base soon extends to the general public and regulators, leading to withdrawal of the product and ultimately the sale of the DuPont business unit concerned.
Reference 6071
Published 30 Jul 2014
Length 9 page(s)
Topic Strategy
Region North America
Industry Chemicals
The introduction of a new class of persistent herbicides is anticipated by DuPont as a game-changer for the firm and its customers. Instead, the product creates unforeseen damage to vegetation. The mobilisation of the customer base soon extends to the general public and regulators, leading to withdrawal of the product and ultimately the sale of the DuPont business unit concerned.
The introduction of a new class of persistent herbicides is anticipated by DuPont as a game-changer for the firm and its customers. Instead, the product creates unforeseen damage to vegetation. The mobilisation of the customer base soon extends to the general public and regulators, leading to withdrawal of the product and ultimately the sale of the DuPont business unit concerned.
Reference 6071
Published 30 Jul 2014
Length 5 page(s)
Topic Strategy
Region North America
Industry Chemicals
The introduction of a new class of persistent herbicides is anticipated by DuPont as a game-changer for the firm and its customers. Instead, the product creates unforeseen damage to vegetation. The mobilisation of the customer base soon extends to the general public and regulators, leading to withdrawal of the product and ultimately the sale of the DuPont business unit concerned.
The introduction of a new class of persistent herbicides is anticipated by DuPont as a game-changer for the firm and its customers. Instead, the product creates unforeseen damage to vegetation. The mobilisation of the customer base soon extends to the general public and regulators, leading to withdrawal of the product and ultimately the sale of the DuPont business unit concerned.
Reference 6071
Published 30 Jul 2014
Length 6 page(s)
Topic Strategy
Region North America
Industry Chemicals
The introduction of a new class of persistent herbicides is anticipated by DuPont as a game-changer for the firm and its customers. Instead, the product creates unforeseen damage to vegetation. The mobilisation of the customer base soon extends to the general public and regulators, leading to withdrawal of the product and ultimately the sale of the DuPont business unit concerned.
The case series “Acquisition Wave in the Fine Chemicals Industry” examines mergers and acquisitions (M&As) issues within the merging firms’ broader industry and competitive context. Most cases on M&As focus on the value of an individual deal (synergies, price, integration issues). In this case series we take another perspective.
The case series “Acquisition Wave in the Fine Chemicals Industry” examines mergers and acquisitions (M&As) issues within the merging firms’ broader industry and competitive context. Most cases on M&As focus on the value of an individual deal (synergies, price, integration issues). In this case series we take another perspective.
Most cases on M&As focus on the value of an individual deal (synergies, price, integration issues). In the case series "Acquisition Wave in the Fine Chemicals Industry", we take another perspective.
Most cases on M&As focus on the value of an individual deal (synergies, price, integration issues). In the case series "Acquisition Wave in the Fine Chemicals Industry", we take another perspective.
Most cases on M&As focus on the value of an individual deal (synergies, price, integration issues). In the case series "Acquisition Wave in the Fine Chemicals Industry", we take another perspective.
Most cases on M&As focus on the value of an individual deal (synergies, price, integration issues). In the case series "Acquisition Wave in the Fine Chemicals Industry", we take another perspective.
Chemical Corporation of America (Chemco) is a US based oil chemical diversified corporation based in Houston, Texas. In 1994, the companys presence in Asia Pacific was limited: 11% of sales and 4% of assets.
Chemical Corporation of America (Chemco) is a US based oil chemical diversified corporation based in Houston, Texas. In 1994, the companys presence in Asia Pacific was limited: 11% of sales and 4% of assets.
The case describes the efforts of Henkel to focus the attention of its various business units on fast growing Asia. It shows the process of strategy development and implementation with the help of a regional headquarters. Business picks up rapidly, but the speed of expansion may be insufficient compared to market growth and competition.
The case describes the efforts of Henkel to focus the attention of its various business units on fast growing Asia. It shows the process of strategy development and implementation with the help of a regional headquarters. Business picks up rapidly, but the speed of expansion may be insufficient compared to market growth and competition.