MINDTAP F/UNDERSTANDING MGMT
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Chapter 8, Problem 8OTJVC
Summary Introduction
To determine:
Based on what you know about the two companies, and why do you think people might have resisted this change?
Introduction:
Honest Tea decided to become a sector of Coca-Cola, many employees and customers expressed defiance to that change.
Expert Solution & Answer
Answer to Problem 8OTJVC
Solution:
Honest Tea is fair trade certified suppliers, that sells organic and truly healthy beverages.
Coca-Cola is a multinational company with most of the drink is aerated or have artificial flavor.
Explanation of Solution
People might have resisted this change due to the different nature and working strategy of both the companies. Honest Tea believes in manufacturing truly organic drink whereas Coca-Cola believes in mass production of beverages with use of artificial flavors and manufacturing technique.
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