Discussion Post
Before you post your responses, think about the following: There has been much in this text so far about China, and we are finally discussing! As you think about what you know of China, also think about Chapter 15 and your reading this week: are there hidden costs in foreign locations?
Read the Management Focus entitled Philips Investments in China page 410 in Hill & Hult
In an initial post choose and answer ONE question (the goal is that the next student will choose the next unanswered question, and so on; it is okay if choice of questions repeat...):
o What makes China such an attractive production location for Philips? In other words, what are the benefits? Are there other locations that share the same characteristics?
o What are the risks associated with a heavy concentration of manufacturing assets in China?
o What strategies might Philips adopt to maximize the benefits and mitigate the risks associated with moving so much product?
o Philips wants to eventually turn China into a global supply base from which its products will be exported around the world. Consider the advantages and disadvantages of this strategy.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.