Publication Date

1-1-1993

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

First Advisor

Ficke, Clifford H.

Degree Name

B.S. (Bachelor of Science)

Legacy Department

Department of Management

Abstract

Herman Miller is one of the strongest, most well-known furniture manufacturers in the world today. Since its birth in 1923, the company's innovative management philosophies and programs have delighted employees and clients alike. The purpose of this study is to analyze various aspects of Herman Miller--corporate culture, environment, mission--and explore their implications to further my understanding of the organization and the furniture industry as a whole. The scope of the study is Herman Miller's present situation as analyzed through interviews, periodical research, company literature, and textbooks. A major finding of the study is Herman Miller's unwavering dedication to excellence. I have found the company to be a fine example for other furniture manufacturers, or any other firm, to emulate.

Extent

34 pages

Language

eng

Publisher

Northern Illinois University

Rights Statement

In Copyright

Rights Statement 2

NIU theses are protected by copyright. They may be viewed from Huskie Commons for any purpose, but reproduction or distribution in any format is prohibited without the written permission of the authors.

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Text

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