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Compact case
Case
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Reference no. IMD-4-0274
Published by: International Institute for Management Development (IMD)
Originally published in: 2003
Version: 23.06.2003
Length: 2 pages
Data source: Generalised experience
Topics: Family business

Abstract

Matthew Lewis was the successor to John Lewis, who is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Lewis Family Enterprise (LFE). After his first year working at LFE, Matthew approached John with a proposal for a business process re- engineering project. After John refused to implement the project, Matthew wondered whether his father would ever accept him as successor to the company, and what his opportunities might have been at a rival firm.
Location:
Size:
1,000 employees
Other setting(s):
2003

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Abstract

Matthew Lewis was the successor to John Lewis, who is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Lewis Family Enterprise (LFE). After his first year working at LFE, Matthew approached John with a proposal for a business process re- engineering project. After John refused to implement the project, Matthew wondered whether his father would ever accept him as successor to the company, and what his opportunities might have been at a rival firm.

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Location:
Size:
1,000 employees
Other setting(s):
2003

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