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S1E20: McDonald's Case Study

S1E20: McDonald's Case Study

FromStrategy Simplified


S1E20: McDonald's Case Study

FromStrategy Simplified

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Length:
11 minutes
Released:
Jul 15, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The fast food icon that everyone loves - or loves to hate - is under the microscope today. We're talking about McDonald's, the world's second-largest employer and a globally recognizable brand. It's time for McDonald's to get the MC treatment!  In this episode, we go in-depth on the dual operating model McDonald's employs - which side of the business is variable cost-driven and which is fixed cost-driven? What operational role do the franchisees play as opposed to corporate? Jenny Rae has the scoop for you - let's dive in!Free Case Prep course: tinyurl.com/freecaseprepFree Case of the Month: tinyurl.com/caseofthemonthAdvertise on Strategy Simplified: tinyurl.com/mcpartnership
Released:
Jul 15, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

When we asked Fortune 1000 managers what skill differentiated a top performer, "a focus on what is important" was the #1 answer. The ability to identify what is most important separates strategists from analysts. Welcome to Strategy Simplified - we slice through business jargon to get to the simple heart of business strategy. Hosted by the senior leadership team of Management Consulted - ex-Bain consultant and successful tech entrepreneur Jenny Rae Le Roux, MC COO Namaan Mian, and ex-McKinsey Engagement Manager Stephanie Knight - Strategy Simplified uses case studies and conversations to apply business strategy concepts. What does Disney's cost structure tell us about Disney+? Can Uber ever be profitable? What does an iced coffee company have to do with U.S. car manufacturers? Enter the world of Strategy Simplified and find out.