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USG

By: Elie Ofek and Kerry Herman
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Abstract

Serves as a background note for purposes of class discussion around next-generation innovation at USG. Describes the company, its products, and competitors. Of relevance is the fact that it recently filed for Chapter 11 due to litigation over asbestos-related claims. Describes the main innovations until 2004.

Keywords

Insolvency and Bankruptcy; Innovation and Invention; Lawsuits and Litigation; Competition

Citation

Ofek, Elie, and Kerry Herman. "USG." Harvard Business School Background Note 507-073, April 2007. (Revised June 2008.)
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Elie Ofek

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