IMD-6-0313 © 2008
Seifert, Ralf W. Langenberg, Kerstin
In particular, the firm has identified three restructuring options: (1) Low pain low gain: Keep the existing supply chain setup and pursue only small changes. (2) Consolidate around existing constructions: Increase the profitability of the present structures and consolidate generation. Closings of individual plants might be necessary. (3) Greenfield: Exploit the potential of a low cost region and change the whole creation to new facilities in Eastern Europe.
The case takes a look at the different options Hilti outlines the underlying tactical choices. Learning objectives: While discussing the case, pupils will specifically learn about the chances, issues and trade offs between different objects involved with supply chain reorganization.
Subjects: Strategic supply chain planning; Supply chain reorganization; Low-cost sourcing; Assessing options
Settings: Liechtenstein; Construction; 20,000 employees; January – September
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