This case study describes three candidates being considered for a vice president position at Ramsey Electronics and the impressions they have made on their coworkers. This paper is based on information from the case study and will discuss creating and sustaining culture. The first section will discuss strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of the three candidates. The second section will provide solutions and recommendations for the Chief to select the right candidate for the vice president position.
Strengths: Ramsey Electronics is fortunate to have three highly qualified applicants to choose from for the vice president position. Arnie Sander has a Ph. D. in electrical engineering, is known for his product designs, and has worked his way up the ladder through the engineering department. Laura Prove is an excellent salesperson of Ramsey products, has worked her way up through the sales division, and is skilled at motivating the people that work for her. Billy Evans has an M.B.A. from Harvard and is good with the company’s finances.
Weaknesses: Billy Evans has the least amount of experience Ramsey Electronics. The Chief has praised Billy for improving the company’s financial situation, but other employees believe Sander’s products or Prove’s selling expertise were responsible for turning the company’s finances around. Billy may be getting credit for something that he wasn’t responsible for just because he plays handball with the Chief.
Opportunities: Ramsey Electronics should take advantage of Prove’s ability to motivate other employees. She is excellent at selling Ramsey products and also has the ability to motivate her employees. Ramsey should also take this opportunity to promote a woman into a management position.
Threats: All three applicants have made an impression on a particular leader in the company. The process by which...