McDonald’s in Russia (Technological approach) By Donald Jordan In 1985‚ Mikhail Gorbachev started a new programme of the reformation of the USSR‚ Perestroyka. It was aimed to improve the overall technological and industrial base hoping to increase the quality of life for many citizens in the country. The openness of the Soviet Union towards the Western world led to the new stage of relationships between the country and the Western companies. One of first firms interested in the Soviet market
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I. Introduction Automobile industry is a symbol of technical marvel by human kind. Being one of the fastest growing sectors in the world its dynamic growth phases are explained by nature of competition‚ product life cycle and consumer demand. Today‚ the global automobile industry is concerned with consumer demands for styling‚ safety‚ and comfort; and with labor relations and manufacturing efficiency. The industry is at the crossroads with global mergers and relocation of production centers
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with the global crisis and down-play in economics‚ the Indonesia automobile industry still remains a vigorous expansion rate. Indonesia has become a new emerging prosperous car market in the world. According to The Economist (2012)‚ Indonesia’s market is even increasing more rapidly than Chinese and its sales boosted approximate 900‚ 000 new vehicles from 2010 to 2011‚ by 17%. What is more‚ the sales volume of Indonesians automobile had overtaken Thailand in 2011‚ now the largest market in south-east
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Globalisation in Russia : the challenge of the transition to the world economy Fifteen years ago‚ the Soviet Union was a socialist authoritative country‚ tightly isolated from capitalist countries. Nowadays‚ its direct heir‚ Russia‚ is one of the most quickly growing markets of the world‚ strongly open on the global economy. During the 1990s‚ Russia underwent an extraordinary transformation from a communist dictatorship to a multi-party democracy‚ from a centrally planned system to a market economy
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Case Summary Bandag Automotive Case Summary Bandag Automotive was established in 19 years ago. Before 2005 it was managed by Jim’s father and after that he (Jim Bandag) took over the business. Number of employees 300 Bandag Automotive distributes replacement mufflers‚ bulbs‚ engine parts‚ engine parts etc) Division Supplies service stations and repair shops‚ Bandag Automotive auto supply stores HR
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same in any emerging market and all have to be considered by the possible new organisation. Russia has a reputation for organised crime and corruption which has long been an issue for any investors. There are very strict laws in Russia to do with mode of entry and so the country usually prefers to trade with its former Soviet allies. Potential tourists could be eliminated from entering Russia due to the strict rules on visas for all tourists entering the country. There are a number of
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Russia ’s accession to the WTO‚ to which country was going neither more nor less than 18 years‚ is just such a step - considering the basic situation of world economic processes‚ Russia could not take them entirely due to a number of national characteristics. In addition‚ Russian Federation on its way to join the World Trade Organization faced many obstacles - both political and economic‚ and also social issues. There was even an attempt to hold a referendum against the entry of Russia into
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------------------------------------------------- International Business In Russia Introduction There are a number of misconceptions about Russia as a business destination. Some people believe that conducting business in Russia is an all too easy process and that all it takes are some good connections or simply meeting with the right people. On the other hand‚ others believe that in Russia‚ it is almost impossible to do business and that companies are not governed by the basic principles of economics. it is essential
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IKEA IN RUSSIA INTRODUCTION Today‚ we present our analysis of the adaptation of a multinational in an emerging country. We chose to study the Ikea’s case because the company is the leader in the field of interior design and furniture. In addition‚ we chose to focus on the implementation of Ikea in Russia because the cultural differences between Russia and Sweden are important. This cultural distance shows the importance of brand policy and how it could have an impact on sales as well as
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The Two Sides of Corruption in Russia Corruption in Russia has been prominent since it was legal in the 17th century‚ when the tsar’s officers were allowed to take bribes. It was then illegalized‚ however never quite faded away especially during Soviet times when the conditions of the living people were harsh. It is still prominent in Russia today since the new capitalist country has not fully moved on from its socialist past. Understanding the historical content of corruption is critical in order
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