Sales drives decision making and brand strategy - focus on international hurts North American business. - Anonymous employee A. O. Smith Employee Review

2.0
Sep 27, 2012
Anonymous employee
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Pros

1. Strong market presence with multiple well established brands. 2. Competitively priced 3. Plenty of capacity for growth 4. Strong market presence in developing economies

Cons

1. Sales drives strategy 2. Brand strategy creates channel conflict 3. Lack of alignment among senior management 4. Culture discourages teamwork and interdepartmental cooperation

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5.0
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Cons

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4.0
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Pros

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Cons

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