Managing the Global Environment

Situation: Qubo', an Italian clothing company, which produces casual wear of medium quality, wants to expand its international operations to Vietnam. The country is, with a population of 84.9 million and a GDP growth rate of 7.1%, an emerging Southeast Asian economy with a high potential of successful foreign trade. (The Economist, 2006, p110) CODE Management consultancy' was asked to analyse the Vietnamese culture, the environment and ethical issues which might occur in the new location.In order to successfully expand manufacturing of Qubo' to Vietnam, the following report will deal with cross-cultural and environmental issues of Vietnam facing the company. Additionally the market will be analysed and possible management challenges as well as ethical issues will be outlined, guaranteeing Qubo' a successful market entry.