...Running head: ROBIN HOOD Robin Hood Case Study Growing up, children have been told the tale of Robin Hood and his merry men stealing from the rich and giving to the poor as an attempt to right the injustices of oppressing the poor in the village of Nottingham. However, the difficulties that Robin Hood faced when carrying out his mission were never touched upon. Viewing Robin Hood and his merry men as a corporation will aid in the illustration of the problems facing the group and determining the appropriate solution needed to solve these problems. Robin Hood essentially was running a corporation with a constant growing workforce and supply versus demand had changed drastically over the first year of operations. Robin Hood was the Chief Operating Officer with four lieutenants (Will Scarlett, Little John, Scarlock, and Much) serving as his managerial staff. The organization was divided into four areas of operations: intelligence/scouting, discipline, finances, and distribution of provisions. This system was working quite well over the first year; however, as of late Robin Hood found he was facing a multitude of organizational problems he needed to solve. The open door policy that Robin Hood had originally put into place afforded a substantial growth of his organization and as a result all four areas of operational effectiveness were dramatically decreased. In the beginning stage of the Robin Hood’s organization every member was a well-disciplined member...
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...Robin Hood Case Study Background In revolt against the High Sherriff of Nottingham, Robin Hood sought allies with men willing to stand up against the Sherriff and his administration. He built a large fighting force of disciplined men in Sherwood Forrest: the Band of Merrymen. Robin Hood himself was the leader of the band and delegated different functions among his four lieutenants: Will Scarlett (intelligence and scouting, collecting information on Sherriff’s moves and on the travel plans of rich merchants and tax collectors), Little John (discipline and archery skills), Scarlock (finance, converting loot to cash, paying shares of the take and finding hiding places for surplus), and Much the Miller’s son (provisioning the band). Through time, the band grew larger and larger as Robin Hood welcomed everyone who wanted to join. The band eventually became too big and that started to cause issues. Vigilance and discipline were becoming smaller and food scarcity grew, as provision for more and more people was needed. Robin Hood’s band became known for robbery and travellers started to avoid the forest, thus leaving the band with less revenues. In the mean time, the Sherriff was growing stronger and became better organized and financially wealthier. He started to mock the Band and so he had to be dealt with, before the Band itself was dealt with. Killing the Sherriff seemed not to be the solution, but his failure in collecting taxes did not remove him from office...
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...Willey Strategic Management Summer Semester 2014 CASE STUDY #1 ROBIN HOOD: 1) What problems does Robin Hood have? What issues need to be addressed? There are many issues in this case study that Robin Hood needs to address. One of which is that the Merrymen band is overstaffed. This is a problem, because they do not have enough resources available to provide for the band (/business). The men need enough money to feed themselves, as well as find enough to give to the poor. Changes within the external environment have begun to make the business strategy of the band outdated. Robin Hood needs to address the issue of the travelers beginning to follow alternate paths through the woods. This new occurrence is causing a decrease in revenue the band is bringing in, because fewer travelers are coming through the area. Due to all of these issues that need to be addressed, Robin Hood needs to come up with a new business strategy for the Merrymen band. 2) Do Robin Hood and the Merrymen need a new mission? New objectives? A new Strategy? One of Robin Hood’s current objectives of consideration is killing the sheriff, but this would only temporarily, if at all, solve the situation. Killing the sheriff would not rid Robin Hood and the Merrymen of the problem of dealing with those who agree with and follow the sheriff’s ways. Doing this would also change the way the citizens would think of him, ruining his reputation. Robin Hood and the Merrymen should keep their focus on the continuation...
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...January 1516 January 1516 Robin Hood case study Introduction to business strategy Robin Hood case study Introduction to business strategy 08 Fall 08 Fall Anna Feldman Sandra Ohuche Anna Feldman Sandra Ohuche Every company or organization at one point of its life meets a critical point when it needs a reconstruction. This is exactly what happened to Robin Hood and Merry men. It was in the spring of the second year of his insurrection against the High Sheriff of Nottingham that Robin Hood realized he has faced a number of problems. The number of his men was increasing, along with that came a shortage of food. Travelers, especially those with the most to lose, were giving the forest a wide berth, cutting into the band’s looting revenues. The Sheriff was getting stronger and more powerful day by day. The last, but not the least is that the Barons were putting pressure on him by asking to join him and work on one side. In order to ensure the success of his campaign, Robin Hood really needs to face the abovementioned issues as. Let’s mention that the strategic approach that Robin Hood has employed to accomplish the Merry men’s’ mission, was focused differentiation. Their work had always been about robbing from the rich and giving to the poor, which differentiates the group from its major competition who does the exact opposite. This is also a strength the Merry men have, their distinctive competence. They have positioned themselves to fill a niche and until recently...
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...threat because of the threat of an attack, taxations to the residents, and their persistent efforts to capture Robin Hood and his Merrymen. Suppliers would also be a high level threat because at any point those who support Robin Hood could be captured by Prince John and the Sherriff, thus cutting off supplies. The bargaining power of suppliers is high because of the kind of business Robin does; it’s illegal and therefore a high level threat to anyone who supplies to him as they could be jailed. 1) Assign a spy division or spies from some of his Merrymen, since they have a plethora of them. Robin Hood could consult with his already established lieutenants to discuss and assign to this fleet of spies. They could send them out around the sheriff’s office and around the towns village, this could encompass some of the new recruits possibly. This could also give them an advantage of always knowing where and what Prince John and the Sheriff are up to. They could try to get people from prince’s court on their payroll, acting as a spy keeping them aware of the sheriff’s and Prince’s every move. The disadvantage might be that the spies are trained very well, the prince and sheriff catch wind and these people are now jailed or punished and Robin Hood just lost good men and now the Prince and sheriff are more inclined to be cautious. 2) Maybe Robin Hood and his band of Merrymen should diversify more, turning some of the men into merchants and traders. Then they...
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...March 22, 2013 Robin Hood Case 1. What problems does Robin Hood have? What issues need to be addressed? Robin Hood’s organization have many problems, that many business around the world face. Among these problems are: Lack of discipline, Maintenance costs, Shelter/Space storage, Food shortage, Training (since all were welcomed to join the organization), Maintenance and Operating costs, Challenges to organize big and little trained groups, Change management (introducing a change for such a large group of people from different backgrounds), Goal alignment of the individual within that of a group, Security and Vigilance (because whoever wanted to join was taken in, they could be spies and traitors from a different group. The issues that need to be addressed, are, of course the problems listed above. Organizing groups into one force with a common goal and objective. Establishing a mission and vision for such a big organization and aligning people with it. It has also been mention that a company that constantly recruits people can grow into a huge encampment. Therefore, shelter and food is an issue that needs to be addressed as soon as possible. Like in any organization it is important to keep up with the changes in the environment, and economy. The Sheriff remained consistent with becoming strong and well organized. Because Robin Hood is a direct competitor it is vital that he keep a constant watch at the changes within the environment. Also, Robin Hood must keep in...
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...Question 1: What problems/issues does Robin Hood need to address? Indicate THE PROBLEM most critical to the success or failure of his strategy. Explain why. As discussed in the article, Robin Hood is surrounded by a myriad of problems that he has to find a solution to get out of. The problems/issues being faced by Robin Hood include 1. Concerns about the increasing size of his band of Merrymen and the resulting lack of resources, discipline, provisions and vigilance amongst them. 2. The growth in the strength of the Sherriff and better organization of his troops. Also the merchants now avoided the forest route to prevent being robbed by the Merrymen and this affected the finances of the band. 3. The uncertainty in his mind on whether or not to join the conspiracy of the barons to free King Richard and usurp the throne of the current Prince John. The problem that is most critical to determine the success/failure of Robin’s currently employed strategy is for sure the problem about the increasing size of his band of Merrymen. When Robin started his crusade against the Sherriff out of his personal grievances, he was in need of allies and hence sought and recruited men who had any similar grievances, deep sense of justice or just a willingness to serve. Initially, it turned out good as it seemed to increase the strength of his band. Robin focused his initial year to instil discipline and the willingness to live outside law, in the members of his band. However, even though...
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...12/20/14 Robin Hood (Part two) Summary Company Vision/ Mission Robin Hood and his Merrymen mission were to rob the rich and give to the poor. Company Goals * The company goals were to overthrow the government and take control of the Sheriffs position. Company Policies/Values * None SWOT Analysis * External Analysis * Industry Competition (Porter’s 5-Force) * Current rivalry opportunities/ threats * Current rivalry opportunities * Robin Hood could create more outsourcing potential for the Merrymen which would increase productivity potentially. * Current rivalry threats * The sheriff. The sheriff was becoming well organized and stronger as the days went by. * He would eventually have the opportunity to take Robin Hood and his Merrymen down. * King John has spies on inside of Robin Hood’s operation. * Potential entrants opportunities/ threats * None found * Bargaining power of buyers opportunities/threats * None found * Bargaining power of supplier opportunities/ threats * None found * Substitute product opportunities/ threats * General External Environment * Economic opportunities/ threats * Economic opportunities * None found * Economic threats * They will be unable to pay shares for the take, which...
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...This is the case analysis for the Robin Hood case study provided by the text. It includes our competitive forces in the industry analysis, key success factors analysis, current strategy determination, SWOT analysis and the recommendations we have made for Robin Hood. Aaron Labin Curt Matthews Rich Miller Robin Hood Case Study ARC Consulting Services Robin Hood and his band of Merrymen is the subject of this case study. Throughout this study, you will find several problems that face the group and several possible solutions to these problems. We will treat this group as though they are a legitimate business in need of consulting services. The organizational structure of the Merrymen is that of a typical top-down management style, with Robin Hood as the CEO and a few lieutenants serving in roles that have been delegated, i.e. information gathering, discipline, finances and provisioning. The four tasks that have been delegated and Robin Hood’s personal vendetta serve as the basis for many of the problems encountered by the Merrymen. Competitive Forces in the Industry Rivalry—Determined to be a high threat Suppliers— Determined to be a high threat Buyers— Determined to be a low threat New Entrants— Determined to be a low threat Substitute Products— Determined to be a low to moderate Aaron Labin Curt Matthews Rich Miller Robin Hood Case Study The two main threats facing Robin Hood are the intensive threat of competitive rivals and threats to suppliers...
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...CONSULTING SERVICES Robin Hood Case Analysis BA 422W Aaron Labin, Curt Matthews, Rich Miller 4/14/2009 This is the case analysis for the Robin Hood case study provided by the text. It includes our competitive forces in the industry analysis, key success factors analysis, current strategy determination, SWOT analysis and the recommendations we have made for Robin Hood. Aaron Labin Curt Matthews Rich Miller Robin Hood Case Study ARC Consulting Services Robin Hood and his band of Merrymen is the subject of this case study. Throughout this study, you will find several problems that face the group and several possible solutions to these problems. We will treat this group as though they are a legitimate business in need of consulting services. The organizational structure of the Merrymen is that of a typical top-down management style, with Robin Hood as the CEO and a few lieutenants serving in roles that have been delegated, i.e. information gathering, discipline, finances and provisioning. The four tasks that have been delegated and Robin Hood’s personal vendetta serve as the basis for many of the problems encountered by the Merrymen. Competitive Forces in the Industry Substitute Products— Determined to be a low to moderate Suppliers— Determined to be a high threat Rivalry—Determined to be a high threat Buyers— Determined to be a low threat New Entrants— Determined to be a low threat Aaron Labin Curt Matthews Rich Miller Robin Hood Case Study The two main threats...
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...Gestão Estratégica e Comercial 2014/2015 Robin Hood Case Study 1 II. Table Index Table 1. Market Segmentation………………………………………………………………..6 Table 2. PESTL Analysis……………………………………………………………………...7,8 Table 3 Benchmarking ……………………………………………………………………...12 III. Image Index Figure 1. Porter Analysis Diagram …………………………………………………………...9 Figure 2. Porter’s generic Value Chain………………………………………………………10 Figure 3. SWOT analysis……………………………………………………………………...13 2 IV. Index 0. Executive Summary…………………………………………………………………………....4 1. Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………...5 2. Definition of the Market – Market Segment………………………………………………..5,6 2.1. Geographic segmentation…………………………………………………………….....5 2.2. Demographics………………………………………………………………………….....5 2.3. Psychographic…………………………………………………………………………….5 2.4. Behavioural………………………………………………………………………………..6 3. Analysis of the External Environment…………………………………………...…………....6 3.1. PESTL Analysis…………………………………………………………………………..7 3.2. Porter Analysis………………………………………………………………..……..…8,9 4. Analysis of the Internal Environment…………………………………………………….10,11 5.Analysis of the Competitive Position of the Organization…………………………..….11,12 5.1. Critical Success Factors………………………………………………………...….11,12 5.2. Benchmarking……………………………………………………………………….…..12 6. SWOT Analysis……………………………………………………………………...…….13,14 7. Recommendations………………………………………………………………………...
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...Case Study: Robin Hood Team #3 Frankie Ball Adam Kirby Mohamed Boulila James Norwood Kou Jiabaoloahu Jianan Chen Overall a good job. You could of been more expansive, bit what you covered,you covered well. Also, your last recommendation was a rather novel twist. Robin Hood 1 Table of Contents Executive Summary Introduction Problem Analysis Alternatives Recommendations Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 8 Robin Hood 2 Executive Summary Robin Hood had to hide in the Sherwood Forest after 2 years of insurrection against the High Sheriff of Nottingham. In order to take a stand against the sheriff, Robin Hood needed more allies. He started recruiting men that are willing to serve his cause of justice. The group started to grow larger so Robin Hood established very strict discipline code. He set himself as the supreme ruler and he was the decision taker. However he delegated some tasks to his lieutenants. Will Scarlett was in charge of intelligence and scouting and he had to predict the Sheriff’s next move and get information about rich travelers and tax collectors. Little John was in charge of discipline. Scarlock was in charge of finance and Much Miller was in charge of provisioning the group. The group kept on increasing in size and that created some problems such as food rationing and high cost of supplies and made travelers avoid the forest in order to not get their goods and money seized. Robin thought that...
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...1) What problems does Robin Hood have? What issues need to be addressed? There are many issues in this case study that Robin Hood needs to address. One of which is that the Merrymen band is overstaffed. This is a problem, because they do not have enough resources available to provide for the band (/business). The men need enough money to feed themselves, as well as find enough to give to the poor. Changes within the external environment have begun to make the business strategy of the band outdated. Robin Hood needs to address the issue of the travelers beginning to follow alternate paths through the woods. This new occurrence is causing a decrease in revenue the band is bringing in, because fewer travelers are coming through the area. Due to all of these issues that need to be addressed, Robin Hood needs to come up with a new business strategy for the Merrymen band. 2) Do Robin Hood and the Merrymen need a new mission? New objectives? A new Strategy? One of Robin Hood’s current objectives of consideration is killing the sheriff, but this would only temporarily, if at all, solve the situation. Killing the sheriff would not rid Robin Hood and the Merrymen of the problem of dealing with those who agree with and follow the sheriff’s ways. Doing this would also change the way the citizens would think of him, ruining his reputation. Robin Hood and the Merrymen should keep their focus on the continuation of their mission to steal from the wealthy and give to the needy. 3) What...
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...Case Study: Robin Hood 1. What is strategy? The ideas, decisions, and actions that enable a firm to succeed (1). 2. What strategic problems does Robin Hood have? Robin did not anticipate the changes that would arise from growing his “Merrymen”. ¬¬Our book states on pg. 7 that “leaders must be proactive, anticipate change, and continually refine and make changes when necessary” (1). When the Merrymen grew in size, it began to exceed the food capacity of the forest. Now Robin was losing money just to feed his men. Had he created a strategy and looked at the long term of how much food it took to feed one man, he could have calculated a number allowing him to forecast a “not to exceed number of Merrymen in organization”. He also should have taken into consideration that the Sheriff would have grown in numbers too. Had Robin used a strategic management plan, he would have been able to continue his success. 3. What is the role of the organizational leader as strategist and articulator of global goals?¬¬ The role of the organizational leader as strategist and articulator of global goals is to take command and lead the team as a whole. Robin Hood needs to define the organization’s mission statement. This will layout the overall goals for the organization and provide framework for their strategies. Individual goals need to be set in place that will support their mission. 4. What are some issues in this organization’s external environment? The external environment poses threats and...
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...Robin Hood Case Study John Doe University of Michigan Schools of Graduate & Professional Programs GM 607A Instructor: Mr. Thomas April 21, 2012 Mr. Robin Hood, in analyzing your current situation I have devised a plan to help you proceed in light of the current situation you and your band of Merrymen are faced with at this time. The first steps I took in analyzing your situation were to determine your competitive strategy for your group. I determined based on research that your current competitive approach was a differentiation strategy. You rob from the rich and give to the poor, which differentiates your group from its competitors in Nottingham who do the exact opposite. You have positioned yourself to fill a niche with your customers with the goods you provide. Your tactics to generate your inventory/goods are also not matched by your competition. You have also created unique brand loyalty by offering a free service of goods to your customers, which are the poor farmers and townspeople that you service. The next steps I took after identifying your competitive strategy was to identifying your current problems and opportunities that you faced. With the popularity of your group of Merrymen growing rapidly, you attracted a significant amount of interest in other rebels to join your cause and serve as Merrymen. This added attention again resulted in your band of Merrymen to grow significantly to the point that now you are faced with problems...
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