Consider the importance of an organizational design that offers solid multinational operations as well as the value of developing strategic alliances. How did Amazon approach this topic when going into China where they were unsuccessful? Take time to consider the design of Amazon, and how they engaged in looking at opportunities for alliances and the notion of continuous improvement (how they could do better with this process in the future).

Directions: Be sure to address the following critical elements. Answer all questions in paragraph format and make sure the introduction and conclusion are effective in framing the topic and summarizing the main points, and the writing demonstrates original thinking and creative ideas. It goes beyond the obvious and adds value to the topic.

Describe the type of organizational design that your company implemented and whether you believe this was the correct approach to carry out their strategic intent, goals, and objectives in that country Analyze whether the company negotiated any strategic alliances; if they did not, explain why (or make an educated guess) Describe opportunities for negotiating such alliances that exist in this country Explain any country-specific considerations that need to be taken into account for a successful strategic alliance in this country

Describe the type of organizational design that the company implemented and whether its believed this was the correct approach to carry out strategic intent, goals, and objectives.

Analyzes whether the company negotiated any strategic alliances, or if they did not, explain why (or make an educated guess).

Describes opportunities for negotiating alliances that exist in the country the company tried to do business in.

Explain any country-specific considerations that need to be considered for a successful strategic alliance in this country.