Sparking Fiat Back to Life
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The Fiat automobile firm was on shaky ground by 1980. It was close to financial collapse. Militant strikes were common and productivity was low. Management suffered low morale. In the 1970s, Fiat diversified into commercial and construction vehicles. New car development nearly disappeared. The management team was replaced. Narrowing the firm's area of concentration was their first step. Now new models are being developed. The financial turn around appears to be one of the most dramatic of recent times. Part of Fiat's recovery is due to a drastic cut in its labor force. Management training courses have been instituted. Managers are evaluated regularly. Fiat appears stronger for having endured a crisis.
Publication Name: International Management
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0020-7888
Year: 1983
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The Trashing of the De Lorean
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The complex tale of the De Lorean sports car is unfolded. Lack of management control proves to be the main reason for the failure. De Lorean's personality works against him. Relying on the United States market exclusively is a grave error. The production plant is mismanaged. The production organization is inadequate. The financing aspect is not taken seriously. The British government does not monitor the project properly. The result is disputed debts and wasted subsidies.
Publication Name: International Management
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0020-7888
Year: 1983
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The Mixed Scorecard of Japanese Management Abroad
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Japan's management style in its international joint ventures has not been as successful as its home management record. Japan has difficulty in getting its Japanese managers to stay abroad long enough to pass on their management style. Japanese companies that have been successful abroad are examined. Despite Japan's mixed success abroad, many international companies feel they can benefit from Japan's management techniques.
Publication Name: International Management
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0020-7888
Year: 1983
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