Uber Continuing Case$-$Chapter $2$: Management Theory

This part of the Uber continuing case focuses on Chapter $2$ and provides parallels to management theory. This cumulative case's real$-$world application of management knowledge and skills is designed to help you develop critical thinking ability and realize the practical power of sound managerial skills for solving problems in your job and career.

Read the cumulative case and respond to the questions that follow.

Intro

Uber is frequently touted as one the most spectacular success stories in Silicon Valley's history. Within $7$ years of its $2010$ launch, it went from a one$-$city pilot$-$test to a multinational company with a $$48+$ billion dollar valuation, millions of drivers, thousands of full$-$time employees, and specialized divisions dedicated to things like self$-$driving and flying vehicles. But in $2017$ Uber also found itself mired in a barrage of scandals surrounding regulatory infractions in numerous countries, accusations of intellectual property theft, concerns about CEO Kalanick's erratic and aggressive behavior. and reports of a cutthroat. hostile. and sexist corporate work environment. Kalanick. alona with at least $13$