By offering a broad range of products and reliable service to the retail world Newell is able to accomplish its main goal of increasing sales and profitability. According to the article, I think that Newell meets criteria for an effective corporate-level strategy. Evidence of this success can be seen throughout the various business acquisitions taken place by Newell. Each acquisition gave Newell a stronger position in the area of business, making it harder for other brands to enter the competitive market. Newells success is determined by its financial performance thus far.
Should Newell have acquired Calphalon and/or Rubbermaid? why or why not?
The addition of Calphalon to Newell’s Housewares division created value for Newell by broadening
