Alex Montana at Esh Manufacturing Co.

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Alex Montana at ESH Manufacturing Co. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The report describes the dilemma faced by Alex Montana on whether he should accept the position of the Global VP at ESH Manufacturing Co. Evidences gathered from the case have been analyzed using parameters such as if Alex can meet his need for achievement, whether his wife would be able to pursue his career aspirations and others. After critical evaluation, it can be recommended that Alex should defer his promotion till his wife conceives their second child.The report also outlines the plan of action and the contingency steps. TABLE OF CONTENTS SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS 5 PROBLEM STATEMENT 5 OPTIONS 5 CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION 6 EVALUATION OF OPTIONS 7 RECOMMENDATION 7 PLAN OF ACTION 7 CONTINGENCY PLAN 8 SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS Alex Montana was the director of the Industrial Components and Equipment (ICE) North America division of ESH Manufacturing. He had started his career as a Junior Engineer in the firm and quickly rose in ranks to reach the present position. His quick promotions were the result of his exceptional performance, initially in the manufacturing roles and later in the managerial roles. Moreover, Montana had a high need for achievement and one day wanted to head the organization. On the personal front Montana had been facing difficult times. He was married to Maria who he met during his MBA program at Harvard. Maria studied architecture from the Harvard Design School. They enjoyed a great life till the Montana was holding manufacturing roles while Maria was working for a large firm. Things started getting tough once Montana was promoted to the role of General Manager, which increased his workload and travel schedule significantly. Added to this was Maria had started her own practice. However, at this point both of

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