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Studebaker: The Life and Death of an American Corporation (Midwestern History &),New
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While the Big Three automobile companies came to dominate the industry, its early history was characterized by an array of competing companies. Studebaker's story is the chronicle of the life and death of an American automobile company where managements concept of 'tradition' played a fundamental role in modeling corporate culture, rhetoric, and strategy.Donald T. Critchlow focuses on how organizational philosophies, developed by successive managerial regimes, reflected and influenced corporate strategies concerning product development, investment policies, employee relations, and the allocation of resources. The upper management of Studebaker thus shaped corporate strategy within an institutional environment that embodied company tradition and responded to market forces.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Studebaker: The Life and Death of an American Corporation'? A: The book focuses on the history of the Studebaker automobile company, exploring how management's concept of tradition influenced corporate culture, strategy, and product development.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Donald T. Critchlow.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 1, 1997.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for researchers interested in corporate history? A: Yes, the book provides detailed insights into the corporate strategies and philosophies of Studebaker, making it a valuable resource for researchers of corporate history.
- Q: Does the book discuss the impact of market forces on Studebaker? A: Yes, the book discusses how market forces influenced Studebaker's corporate strategies and decision-making processes.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Company Profiles.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as being in new condition.
- Q: Can I find information about the organizational philosophies of Studebaker in this book? A: Yes, the book examines the organizational philosophies developed by different managerial regimes at Studebaker.