Description
Choose one of the frameworks we discuss in the course, or from the assigned readings, and apply it to this case of “Feed R&D–or Farm It Out”? (At the end of the case there are several commentaries on the case. You are not required to read them.)
Your analysis should be 2-3 pages, although it may longer.
In your write-up emphasize:
- How is this framework relevant to the case.
- Identify the key aspects of the framework that are appropriate to evaluating the outsourcing decision.
- Do you recommend outsourcing R&D, or not? Is your recommendation consistent with the framework? If not, explain your recommendation.
- If the company decides to outsource (irrespective of your recommendation), what additional actions does the framework suggest for the company?