Toyota Motor Corporation – Losing 'The Toyota Way'?
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Case Details:
Case Code : BSTR385
Case Length : 20 Pages
Period : 2005-2010
Pub Date : 2011
Teaching Note :Available
Organization : Toyota Motor Company
Industry : Automotive
Countries : Japan; Global
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Background note
Toyota was established as a commercial vehicle manufacturer in 1937 with a capital of ¥ 12 million ...
Organizational structure and culture at Toyota
Toyota had grown over the years through constant pursuit to cut down on costs and waste. At the same time, the company also maintained traditional structures and hierarchy. The engineers reported to functional managers in their technical area...
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The problems
Though Toyota was lauded for its unique production systems, culture, and values, industry analysts pointed out several problems. These problems included an inflexible organization structure and dwindling focus on quality...
Toyota loses its way
When Toyota embarked on a massive cost-cutting journey in 2005, pressure was stepped up on its chief engineers to reduce costs. The cost reduction showed on the quality of the vehicles across the world...
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