A scenario-based modelling approach to identify robust transformation strategies for pulp and paper companies

Mahdi Machani, Mustapha Nourelfath and D’Amours, Sophie

International Journal of Production Economics, 2015, vol. 168, issue C, 41-63

Abstract: Canadian pulp and paper companies have been experiencing hard times during the last decade. The rising Canadian dollar, low-cost competition and the decline in number of conventional markets have led to several restructuring projects and shutdowns among pulp and paper mills. Setting up a transformation strategy is considered vital for those companies to overcome the crisis and achieve a sustainable competitive advantage. Several transformation pathways could be undertaken, ranging from process modernisation to product portfolio and market diversification. The increasingly volatile business environment makes strategic decisions a tough task.

Keywords: Transformation; Strategy; Scenario; Robustness (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2015
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpe.2015.06.006

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