BUS 532
Professor Allen

STUDY QUESTIONS FOR LINCOLN ELECTRIC

1. Why has Lincoln Electric been so successful? What are the key elements in their HR system? How do they support Lincoln's overall strategy?

2. What problems does Lincoln's system create? In what kinds of industries would Lincoln's system have great difficulty?

3. What parts of Lincoln's system are transferable?

4. What should Willis be worried about? What recommendations would you make?