Organizational Theory
Written Assignment Unit 1
In this paper, please discuss The Transformation of Valio case study. In doing so, please address the following areas:
1. Identify the problem: Is the problem internal, external, or both? Please describe each problem with research information found outside the case study.
2. Diagnose the cause(s): Describe the root cause for the problem. Does it matter whether the cause is internal or external? If so, in what ways?
3. Prescribe possible alternatives: The case identifies Valio’s response. Please evaluate it. Would there be other alternatives available to Valio?
4. Recommend a plan of action (decision/implementation): From the actions identified in the case, please provide a high-level description of implementation steps.
5. In addition, each case study response should also state why this case is important and relevant to a study of business.
Submit a 3-page case paper, (independent of reference page) double-spaced. Paper and all citations should be in APA format.
