Eagle Manufacturing Case

MANDATORY OUTLINE FOR CASE ANALYSIS

Note: Structure your analysis, use headings and subheadings, do not write an essay.

Case Name:

I. Major Facts

State here the major facts as you see them. Make statements clear and concise for your own understanding as well as for the understanding of the other students and the instructor. Do not recite every issue/detail from the case; try to think of this analysis as an executive summary.

II. Major Problem

State here the major problem as you see it. Emphasize the present major problem. In a few cases, there may be more than one major problem; however you should focus on the most significant problem that is causing all the issues. Your problem statement should tie into your solutions in Section III. A good problem statement will be concise, usually only 1-2 sentences.

III. Possible Solutions/Alternatives

A. List here the possible solutions to the major problem. Let your imagination come up with alternative ways to solve the problem. Be sure to properly explain your solution, usually 2-3 sentences.

B. Do not limit yourself to only one or two possible solutions. These solutions should be distinct from each other.

C. However, you may wish to include portions of one solution in another solution, as long as each solution stands alone. Only in this manner will your subsequent choice be definitive.

D. Briefly note advantages and disadvantages of each possible solution in each purposed solution section.

IV. Choice and Rationale

State here your choice, A or B or ___ and the detailed reasons for your choice. You may also state your reasons for not choosing the other alternative solutions.

V. Implementation/The Action Plan

Who does what, where, how, when, etc.