This case describe the nineteenth century beginning by Werner Siemens of the Siemens electric business in Germany. Werner's double role as inventor and entrepreneur is explored as he created one of the world's first multinational enterprises, whose increase rested on its pioneering role in the new telegraph industry.
His brothers were sent by Werner to open businesses in Russia and Great Britain, and the case explores the advantages and disadvantages of family business as a form of organization, along with the challenges growing it models for such family firms.
PUBLICATION DATE: July 05, 2010 PRODUCT #: 811004-HCB-ENG
Werner von Siemens and the Electric Telegraph Case Study Solution
This is just an excerpt. This case is about INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
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