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S T R AT E G Y
Introduction
This case study looks at how IMI has developed its strategy
market leadership.
Setting strategy
The company has a long history of working in valve and fluid
engineering technology. It uses this expertise to design and
oil and gas, medical devices and the food and drink industry. By
reducing costs.
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Strategic convergence
IMIs people are a key factor in helping to deliver its strategy and
their skills are a core competence for the business. Engineering
services which meet long term customer needs and help to give
the company to look for new and creative ways to add value for
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2. Resource scarcity
ways in order to maintain its innovative edge. For example, the IMI
This also helps the company to transfer knowledge from one part
3. Urbanisation
The rapid urbanisation taking place around the world, particularly in
emerging markets such as China, requires significant investment in
mass transit infrastructure. This is to ensure that the rapidly
expanding urban populations have reliable transport options to
enable them to travel easily around the cities and, of course, to work.
IMI has identified four clear global trends within its external
1. Climate change
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4. Ageing population
gas for a life support ventilator. This had to meet very strict
Internal values
Conclusion
Excellence
Integrity
Innovation
Providing value
to customers
Understanding
and meeting
customers needs
Demanding the
highest ethical
standards from
ourselves, our
partners and our
suppliers
Not compromising
on health and
safety
Exam-style questions
Delivering results
Reliable products
delivered on-time