Sweat capitalists

Article Abstract:

There is a generally positive mood among the UK's owner-directors, according to the most recent Director/Pannell Kerr Forster survey of small private companies. Owner-directors are in a better position financially than they were in the early 1990s, but many still do not feel that their quality of life has improved. They continue to work long hours, and many do not take much time off for holidays. However, they derive satisfaction from running their own business.

Private companies

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OUtsourcing, the case study: Porsche used an uncompromising programme of outsourcing to change its fortunes

Article Abstract:

Porsch GB faced problems in 1992 when the launch of its 968 model coincided with the recession. The company reviewed its key competencies, which were marketing and logistics management. It trimmed its press office down to one person and the personnel department was closed. It put its parts trucks contract out to Exel of France and vehicle distribution was taken on by Walon.

Automobiles, Automobile Manufacturing, Automobile industry, Porsche Cars Great Britain Ltd.

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