Carvajal: From Soldiers to Diplomats, from Family-run to Professionally-Managed Case Solution
Abstract:
Carvajal traces the 110-year history of one of Colombian's earliest family-owned companies from a little print store to one of the biggest paper item corporations in Latin America. Established in 1904 by Manuel Carvajal, a Colombian teacher and erstwhile political leader, the business has actually contributed to Colombia's intellectual and financial advancement ever considering that. The business benefitted from state security, a custom of technical development was developed-- in 1958 it printed the very first telephone directory site for Bogotá on two-sheet balanced out press-- and afterwards broadened into surrounding nations, diversifying into inter-linked activities.
Pedagogical Goals:
Beyond the management problem, conversation can incorporate the vision of the Carvajal household as the business broadens beyond Latin America. Trainees of household organisation in the area will discover numerous lessons to be discovered from this remarkable company and household, and their dedication to its survival.
This is just an excerpt. This case is about Family Business
published: 29 Mar 2017
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