Subject category:
Strategy and General Management
Published by:
Harvard Business Publishing
Version: 14 April 1995
Length: 22 pages
Data source: Field research
Abstract
Describes the history and diversification strategy of the Japanese manufacturer Asahi Glass Co. The company has diversified through internal growth, acquisition, and joint ventures from its origin in flat glass to a broad glass-materials, chemical, and electronics manufacturer. It has also vertically integrated and expanded internally to become the leading global glass manufacturer. In 1993, Asahi Glass is reviewing its future direction, particularly whether it should divest its electronics business.
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Industry:
Size:
9.924 employees, gross revenue JPY2.3 billion
Other setting(s):
1993
Subject category:
Strategy and General Management
Published by:
Harvard Business Publishing
Length: 13 pages
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Abstract
Describes the history and diversification strategy of the Japanese manufacturer Asahi Glass Co. The company has diversified through internal growth, acquisition, and joint ventures from its origin in flat glass to a broad glass-materials, chemical, and electronics manufacturer. It has also vertically integrated and expanded internally to become the leading global glass manufacturer. In 1993, Asahi Glass is reviewing its future direction, particularly whether it should divest its electronics business.
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Industry:
Size:
9.924 employees, gross revenue JPY2.3 billion
Other setting(s):
1993
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Subject category:
Strategy and General Management
Published by:
Harvard Business Publishing
Length: 13 pages