Suppose upon graduation you get a job with Hitachi America, Ltd. (www.hitachi.us), the U.S. subsidiary of the giant Japanese firm. Hitachi uses various contractual entry strategies in its international operations.

These include build-operate-transfer and turnkey projects in the infrastructure development sector, management contracts to run nuclear power plants, and leasing of heavy earthmoving equipment to foreign governments. Hitachi America wants to extend its reach into Latin America. Prepare a brief report for senior management in which you explain the various ways to implement its existing entry strategies in this region.

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