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Case
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Reference no. 9-609-034
Published by: Harvard Business Publishing
Originally published in: 2008
Version: 18 October 2012
Revision date: 3-Dec-2012
Length: 14 pages
Data source: Field research

Abstract

Develop its own branded line, or continue as an original design manufacturer (ODM)? Tung Lung Metal Industries Co Ltd is a Taiwanese maker of door lock hardware that is faced with the question of whether to continue to focus on its ODM business or start placing more emphasis on its own brand development and growth in global markets. The case explores the bumpy history of the company and raises questions around the downstream consequences of global outsourcing strategies.
Location:
Industry:
Size:
1,400 employees, USD120 million
Other setting(s):
2002-2008

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Abstract

Develop its own branded line, or continue as an original design manufacturer (ODM)? Tung Lung Metal Industries Co Ltd is a Taiwanese maker of door lock hardware that is faced with the question of whether to continue to focus on its ODM business or start placing more emphasis on its own brand development and growth in global markets. The case explores the bumpy history of the company and raises questions around the downstream consequences of global outsourcing strategies.

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Location:
Industry:
Size:
1,400 employees, USD120 million
Other setting(s):
2002-2008

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