"Prochnik: Privatization of a Polish Clothing Manufacturer". This case examines the challenge of creating value when the environment changes dramatically.

Prochnik, a Polish clothing firm, became one of the first five state enterprises to be privatized by the Polish government and to be listed in 1991 on the newly formed Polish stock exchange. Prochnik's old ways of creating value were no longer effective and the firm had to develop new skills.

Questions to consider:

Discuss the managerial challenges facing the company at the time of this case - obvious the privatization, but also other environmental factors that exist.

Comment on the strategic plan implemented by Prochnik and its Western consultants.

Should Kolignan handle the Brinkmann order for 2,000 coats?