This is a best practice case. The WLGore is a company that is very successful and the case describes in detail the culture of the business. WLGore differs from the mainstream enterprise in numerous ways - operations, construction, ownership, leadership, and strategy. This case allows the participants to delve into each one of these elements and see how they are consistent and reinforcing one another.
Both "culture" and "innovation" are two items discussed and debated incessantly inside big organizations, but there's always confusion and litter. This case was written with the sole intent of placing some concreteness around these slippery notions and shedding light. Please note this case has been written completely using publicly available material.
W.L. Gore Culture of Innovation Case Study Solution
PUBLICATION DATE: April 01, 2012 PRODUCT #: BAB698-HCB-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about LEADERSHIP & MANAGING PEOPLE
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