Subject category:
Strategy and General Management
Published by:
IBS Center for Management Research
Length: 16 pages
Data source: Published sources
Abstract
The case 'FlixMobility: Shaping the Future of Mobility' talks about the factors that helped Germany-based FlixMobility GmbH (FlixMobility) emerge as Europe's leading mobility provider. The case starts out with a brief history of FlixMobility. It then describes its unique business model, which combined digital technology with a traditional transportation company. The case also touches upon the growth of the company in Europe and other countries through partnerships, launch of new subsidiaries and acquisitions. It then describes the company's quest to become a complete mobility provider by diversifying into railway services. The case also highlights the challenges faced by the company both in the US and in Europe.
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for postgraduate courses.Time period
The events covered by this case took place in 2013-2018.Geographical setting
Region:
Europe
Countries:
Germany; Austria; United States
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Abstract
The case 'FlixMobility: Shaping the Future of Mobility' talks about the factors that helped Germany-based FlixMobility GmbH (FlixMobility) emerge as Europe's leading mobility provider. The case starts out with a brief history of FlixMobility. It then describes its unique business model, which combined digital technology with a traditional transportation company. The case also touches upon the growth of the company in Europe and other countries through partnerships, launch of new subsidiaries and acquisitions. It then describes the company's quest to become a complete mobility provider by diversifying into railway services. The case also highlights the challenges faced by the company both in the US and in Europe.
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for postgraduate courses.Settings
Time period
The events covered by this case took place in 2013-2018.Geographical setting
Region:
Europe
Countries:
Germany; Austria; United States