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Sony Corporation: Reinventing Itself To Rediscover The Technological Edge, Chatterji Dheeman, Hayes Schildwachter, Jeffrey S. Harrison Nov 2012

Sony Corporation: Reinventing Itself To Rediscover The Technological Edge, Chatterji Dheeman, Hayes Schildwachter, Jeffrey S. Harrison

Robins Case Network

Sony is a global conglomerate with a wide variety of businesses in its portfolio, but a heavy emphasis on electronics and related products. Due to a number of setbacks such as the earthquake in Japan and a weak global economy, the firm has experienced sales declines and negative earnings in recent years. In early 2012 the company announced a major restructuring and new strategy to regain its edge. However, Sony has an uphill battle.


Award Restructuring: A New Direction, Or More Of The Same, James Hagan, Robert Castle Jun 2012

Award Restructuring: A New Direction, Or More Of The Same, James Hagan, Robert Castle

Robert G. Castle

No abstract provided.


The Economic Imperative For Restructuring In Australia And New Zealand, Robert Castle, Nigel Haworth Jun 2012

The Economic Imperative For Restructuring In Australia And New Zealand, Robert Castle, Nigel Haworth

Robert G. Castle

No abstract provided.


Award Restructuring, Robert Castle, James Hagan Jun 2012

Award Restructuring, Robert Castle, James Hagan

Robert G. Castle

No abstract provided.


Economic Imperatives For Restructuring In Australia, Robert Castle Jun 2012

Economic Imperatives For Restructuring In Australia, Robert Castle

Robert G. Castle

No abstract provided.


General Motors Company: Restructured To Rediscover American Innovation, Jeffrey S. Harrison, Stefan Michalski, Joel Winbigler, Trevor Wind Jun 2012

General Motors Company: Restructured To Rediscover American Innovation, Jeffrey S. Harrison, Stefan Michalski, Joel Winbigler, Trevor Wind

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Many analysts predicted that General Motors was not salvageable. However, after a government-backed restructuring, the company seems to be doing much better. The big question is whether the turnaround is sustainable. The company is investing heavily in technology in an effort to continue its record of success. This case examines GM up to its reorganization and also details its current strategies.


American Airlines: Bankrupt, Like Every Other Legacy Airline, Jeffrey S. Harrison, Siri Kalburgi, Colleen Koch Reed Jun 2012

American Airlines: Bankrupt, Like Every Other Legacy Airline, Jeffrey S. Harrison, Siri Kalburgi, Colleen Koch Reed

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American held out to the end, being the last of the large legacy carriers to file for Chapter 11 protection. This case reviews the history of American from its inception through its filing. Current strategies and industry trends are also examined.


Should Ad Hoc Committees Have Fiduciary Duties?: Judicial Regulation Of The Bankruptcy Market, David L. Perechocky Jan 2012

Should Ad Hoc Committees Have Fiduciary Duties?: Judicial Regulation Of The Bankruptcy Market, David L. Perechocky

David L Perechocky

This article is the first to substantively and directly address the question of whether informal creditor groups in bankruptcy cases could and should have fiduciary duties to other creditors. The rise of activist investors and claims traders in bankruptcy proceedings has significantly changed the bankruptcy process, to much controversy. One particularly contentious topic is the growing presence of informal, or “ad hoc,” creditor groups. Proponents argue that these groups are beneficial by enabling creditors to work together efficiently and effectively, but critics view their actions as disruptive and often unfair to other creditors. A recent decision in the Washington Mutual …


The Restructuring Of The Russian Aircraft Manufacturing Sector, Tamilla Curtis, R Clarke Dec 2011

The Restructuring Of The Russian Aircraft Manufacturing Sector, Tamilla Curtis, R Clarke

Dr. Tamilla Curtis

No abstract provided.