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Problem Solution: Lester Electronics
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Problem Solution: Lester Electronics
Lester Electronics, Inc. (LEI), founded in 1978, is a small electronics company that distributes electronic parts to repair facilities, small local distributors, and two large domestic manufacturers that use capacitors in both consumer and industrial products. In 1978, LEI entered into an exclusive agreement to distribute Shang-wa Electronics (SE) products, a capacitor manufacturer. The contract must be renewed annually by both parties with a minimum order of one million dollars per year. The following will cover several of the issues, opportunities, goals, and visions of LEI which will help the company maintain and increase its revenues.
Situation Analysis
Issue and Opportunity Identification
John Lin, founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Shang-wa Electronics, has let it be known that he would like to retire in the near future. John wants to leave the company confident that Shang-wa will continue to be operated by a talented management team. John believes his wishes will be satisfied if Shang-wa is purchased by Lester Electronics, Inc. If Lester Electronics, Inc is unable to secure financing for the acquisition, Shang-wa may be acquired by Transnational Electronics Corporation.
Before Lester Electronics, Inc. can pursue and decide on means of financing the acquisition of Shang-wa, LEI must work jointly with Shang-wa to determine Shang-wa's value. Several avenues of financing are available. Bernard Lester and his staff must analyze the available financing methods to determine which are most cost effective and will increase shareholders wealth, thus maxim ...