1. Walmart entered in some countries through acquisitions and in some countries through greenfield investment. What entry mode do you think was best? Provide reasoning. Did location characteristics drive the mode of entry? Why?
2. Evaluate Walmart's globalization strategy over the last two decades. Where did the retailer struggle? Where did it do well? Can location characteristics explain the differences in Walmart performance?
3. How does the idea of a ‘social license to operate’ impact an airport?