Case Study: Jewell Company How might JC’s diversification strategy create value (regardless of the Plastico acquisition)? JC’s diversification strategy could create value in two ways. First is that it would help JC increase the value of their products. Second is …

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  Case Study: Heartvalve Inc. What value-chain activities appear to underlie Heartvalve’s competitive advantage? To answer this question, we have to keep in mind that Heartvalve is an expert medical equipment designer and manufacturer. Value-chain activities that would underlie Heartvalves …

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Assume that Starbucks has acquired Charles Chocolates. The major objectives of the acquisition are to make Charles Chocolates available in all Starbucks stores and to achieve synergies. What problems do you think might occur? What steps would you advise Starbucks’ …

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