Case Study of Bata Ltd
Historical Background: Since our founding in 1894, Bata has been at the forefront of innovation; not only in the production and design of new styles, but in the creation of business models that permit a quick response to the ever-changing wants and needs of our customers. As a result, Bata enjoys a long history as a leading manufacturer and retailer of quality footwear, and proudly serves some one million customers each day. With 40,000 employees, 5,000 international retail stores, and a presence in over 70 countries, Bata is positioned to deliver an unparalleled combination of selection, quality, and service to customers around the globe.
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Bata Ltd.
Address:
59 Wynford Drive
North York, Ontario M3C 1K3
Canada
Telephone: (416) 446-2011
Fax: (416) 446-2175 http://www.bata.com Statistics:
Private Company
Incorporated: 1931
Employees: 50,000
Sales: $2 billion (2002 est.)
NAIC: 316210 Footwear Manufacturing
Company Perspectives:
Shoemaking is one of the world's oldest crafts--shoes have been works of art and the stuff of legends. Around the world, the Bata brand is reserved for well-made and well-priced dress and casual footwear. We're devoted to designing, producing, and providing our customers with the best in commercial fashion footwear for the whole family.
Key Dates:
1894: The Bata family establishes a company in Zlin, located in what is now the Czech Republic.
1932: Founder Tomas Bata dies in an airplane accident.
1939: The company relocates to Canada after the movement of German military forces into Eastern Europe.
1945: Czechoslovakia business operations are nationalized by the new communist government following World War II.
1991: Bata returns to the Czech Republic following fall of the communist regime.
1994: Thomas J. Bata, the son of the company's founder, retires.
2001: Thomas J. Bata, Jr., becomes chairman and CEO.
Company History:
Bata Ltd. is a privately owned global shoe
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Bata Ltd.
Address:
59 Wynford Drive
North York, Ontario M3C 1K3
Canada
Telephone: (416) 446-2011
Fax: (416) 446-2175 http://www.bata.com Statistics:
Private Company
Incorporated: 1931
Employees: 50,000
Sales: $2 billion (2002 est.)
NAIC: 316210 Footwear Manufacturing
Company Perspectives:
Shoemaking is one of the world's oldest crafts--shoes have been works of art and the stuff of legends. Around the world, the Bata brand is reserved for well-made and well-priced dress and casual footwear. We're devoted to designing, producing, and providing our customers with the best in commercial fashion footwear for the whole family.
Key Dates:
1894: The Bata family establishes a company in Zlin, located in what is now the Czech Republic.
1932: Founder Tomas Bata dies in an airplane accident.
1939: The company relocates to Canada after the movement of German military forces into Eastern Europe.
1945: Czechoslovakia business operations are nationalized by the new communist government following World War II.
1991: Bata returns to the Czech Republic following fall of the communist regime.
1994: Thomas J. Bata, the son of the company's founder, retires.
2001: Thomas J. Bata, Jr., becomes chairman and CEO.
Company History:
Bata Ltd. is a privately owned global shoe