Question: Help on case 19 Johnson and johnson in the form of an analysis. I dont know how to begin. Abstract Leadership Analyzed Human Resource Considerations

Help on case 19 Johnson and johnson in the form of an analysis. I dont know how to begin.

Abstract

Leadership Analyzed

Human Resource Considerations

Organizational Structure of Johnson & Johnson

Factors Contributed to its Current State

Recommendations for Leadership/Structure Changes

I need help on how to put this Analysis together based on this Case below and headings above please - Case 19 Johnson and Johnson

CASE19

JOHNSON & JOHNSON*

On January 26, 2017, Johnson & Johnson, the world's largest health care company, bolstered its roster of treatments for rare diseases by announcing a $30 billion deal to acquire Actelion, a Swiss biotechnology firm. The deal expanded its portfolio of leading medicines and promising late stage products. "We believe this transaction offers compelling value to both Johnson & Johnson and Actelion shareholders" Alex Gorsky, the chairman and chief executive of J&J, stated in a news release.1

With 250 companies in virtually every country, J&J has under its banner the world's largest medical device business, an even bigger pharmaceutical business, and a consumer products division with a dozen megabrands, from Neutrogena to Tylenol. Although the firm is best known for its common consumer products, its biggest recent growth has come from its vast range of pharmaceuticals. J&J has advantages from its diversified businesses such as greater financial stability, a wider range of expertise, and a customer base that spans consumers to hospitals to governments.

Financial stability has been J&J's calling card for decades. Its sales have risen on a regular basis, with profits showing an annualized growth rate of over 12 percent over the three years 2014-2016 (seeExhibits 1and2). The firm has consistently raised its dividend for well over 50 years and it remains one of only two U.S. companies with an AAA credit rating from Standard and Poor. "They're in a great position," said Kristen Stewart, an analyst at Deutsche Bank. "They have the luxury of time and the ability to look at different opportunities across different business units. That is what a diversified business platform affords them."2

Source: Johnson & Johnson.

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