Subject category:
Human Resource Management / Organisational Behaviour
Published by:
China Europe International Business School
Version: 2021-12-25
Length: 16 pages
Data source: Published sources
Abstract
This case explores two dimensions of organization and human resource management (HRM). First, the case illustrates how Xibei evolved from an unknown northwest Chinese cuisine restaurant into one of the country's leading restaurant chains in a fiercely competitive catering market. Specifically, it describes how Xibei developed an organization and HRM system that supported strategic implementation, such as rapid expansion and product innovation. Second, the case expounds on how Xibei's founder and executive team responded to change. In particular, the case illustrates Xibei's paradox when reinforcing strategic implementation, such as the perspective of top-down versus bottom-up innovation, and centralization versus decentralization. It also stimulates discussion on organizational rigidity during growth, taking the chance on a COVID-19 outbreak.
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.Geographical setting
Region:
Asia
Country:
China
Featured company
Xibei Catering Group Co Ltd, Inner Mongolia
Featured protagonist
- Jia Guolong (male), Founder and president
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Abstract
This case explores two dimensions of organization and human resource management (HRM). First, the case illustrates how Xibei evolved from an unknown northwest Chinese cuisine restaurant into one of the country's leading restaurant chains in a fiercely competitive catering market. Specifically, it describes how Xibei developed an organization and HRM system that supported strategic implementation, such as rapid expansion and product innovation. Second, the case expounds on how Xibei's founder and executive team responded to change. In particular, the case illustrates Xibei's paradox when reinforcing strategic implementation, such as the perspective of top-down versus bottom-up innovation, and centralization versus decentralization. It also stimulates discussion on organizational rigidity during growth, taking the chance on a COVID-19 outbreak.
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.Settings
Geographical setting
Region:
Asia
Country:
China
Featured company
Xibei Catering Group Co Ltd, Inner Mongolia
Featured protagonist
- Jia Guolong (male), Founder and president