EBK STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT: CONCEPTS
EBK STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT: CONCEPTS
3rd Edition
ISBN: 8220102807938
Author: Rothaermel
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 12, Problem 3ESI

a)

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Scenario: Company P has been contracting with small farmers in impoverished areas under a project called S snack food. The program developed and became large-scale, spreading over 1,000 farmers, providing potatoes, corn, and sunflower oil. The program was beneficial to both farmers and the company because the company provides money guarantee to the farmers and saves the expenses of importing palm oil.

To discuss: The benefits and drawbacks of Company P’s program.

b)

Summary Introduction

Scenario: Company P has been contracting with small farmers in impoverished areas under a project called S snack food. The program developed and became large-scale, spreading over 1,000 farmers, providing potatoes, corn, and sunflower oil. The program was beneficial to both farmers and the company because the company provides money guarantee to the farmers and saves the expenses of importing palm oil.

To discuss: The societal benefits of such a program on State M.

c)

Summary Introduction

Scenario: Company P has been contracting with small farmers in impoverished areas under a project called S snack food. The program developed and became large-scale, spreading over 1,000 farmers providing potatoes, corn, and sunflower oil. The program was beneficial to both farmers and the company because the company provides money guarantee to the farmers and saves the expenses of importing palm oil.

To determine: Whether to support Company P’s program, from a shareholder’s viewpoint.

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