Instructions : The Solectron Case

You need to perform a complete qualitative and quantitative analysis based on the
guiding principles given in the document How to Analyze a Case posted on Jenzabar at
the beginning of the semester.
Hereinafter, you must answer to the following questions - while observing a more
complete analysis not at all restricted to these questions :
1- How has Solectrons value to its customers evolved over time ?
2- How has global expansion constributed to Solectrons ability to move from a contract
manufacturing supplier to a supply chain integrator ?
3- How has the company been able to successfully integrate its acquisitions ?
4- What was the impact of the companys culture on the success of the company, on the
business downturn of 2001, and on its ability to respond to the business downturn ?
Explain.
5- What should the company do in the short-term? In the long-term?