Workforce Development & Engagement

Running Head: PLATFORM DEVELOPMENT AT WHIRLPOOL
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Platform development at Whirlpool
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PLATFORM DEVELOPMENT AT WHIRLPOOL
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Platform development at Whirlpool
Adaptation permits converting offerings to consumers’ specific likes and dislikes. In
different markets, the product price adaptation is the most concerning question. An
adjustment can be costly, especially from in manufacturing and development of products, and
causes loss of individual markets due to the production of enormous product versions.
Therefore, this study aims at solving the problem involved in the management of the
Whirlpool Company.
Statement of the problem: how can Whirlpool standardize the adaptation process of
products without losing markets?
Objectives
1) To clarify the process of making decisions
2) To keep up with a stable financial position
3) To motivate a corporate with adequately reliable governance
Assumptions
1. The management approach of Whirlpool is not yet wholly localized.
This limits employees in being part of the decision-making process. For the
corporation to have fully localized management, simplification in the development of
products is required. This will lead to the basis of customized products.
2. Principles are Whirlpool’s successful integral part.
Whirlpool Company needs commitment to doing tasks holistically and
wholeheartedly. Principles governing management help to enhance the sense of belongingness
and pride in employees, increasing competence in their work, thus attracting more consumers.
3. Flexibility methods of modern manufacturing contribute to market customization.