Strategic adaptations at SAAB & Patria after the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022
Mohn, Niclas (2024)
2024
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi-fe2024031811848
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi-fe2024031811848
Tiivistelmä
This thesis examines the strategic responses of two major military companies, Patria and SAAB, to the significant changes in the defense environment caused by the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022. The study aims to understand how these established companies adapted their strategies in response to this specific event, using information gathered from publicly available sources such as annual reports and company statements.
The findings reveal that SAAB and Patria implemented distinct strategic adjustments considering the conflict. SAAB focused on advancing its technology, while Patria emphasized enhancing its supply chain and collaborative efforts. This study demonstrates the importance for defense companies to swiftly adapt to significant changes in their operating environment, balancing internal strengths with external partnerships.
While the study uses mainly Strategic Adaptation/Management and the Resource-Based View (RBV) frameworks to shed light on these strategic shifts, the emphasis remains on the practical, real-world changes made by the companies. A brief PESTEL analysis is included to provide context for these strategies within the broader defense sector however, only a part of PESTEL itself will be used.
The study's reliance on secondary, publicly available data means that some deeper insights into the companies' internal strategies might be limited. Despite this, the study offers valuable perspectives on the adaptive strategies of defense companies in response to critical external events.
In summary, this thesis provides an insight into how major defense companies like Patria and SAAB respond to immediate and significant external challenges, highlighting the need for quick adaptation and innovation in the defense industry. It also points to areas for further research, suggesting a more comprehensive examination of strategic responses across the defense sector, potentially incorporating a wider range of data sources. This thesis presents a clear, focused exploration of the strategic changes within the defense industry in response to a major external event, reflecting the industry's capacity for resilience and adaptability.
The findings reveal that SAAB and Patria implemented distinct strategic adjustments considering the conflict. SAAB focused on advancing its technology, while Patria emphasized enhancing its supply chain and collaborative efforts. This study demonstrates the importance for defense companies to swiftly adapt to significant changes in their operating environment, balancing internal strengths with external partnerships.
While the study uses mainly Strategic Adaptation/Management and the Resource-Based View (RBV) frameworks to shed light on these strategic shifts, the emphasis remains on the practical, real-world changes made by the companies. A brief PESTEL analysis is included to provide context for these strategies within the broader defense sector however, only a part of PESTEL itself will be used.
The study's reliance on secondary, publicly available data means that some deeper insights into the companies' internal strategies might be limited. Despite this, the study offers valuable perspectives on the adaptive strategies of defense companies in response to critical external events.
In summary, this thesis provides an insight into how major defense companies like Patria and SAAB respond to immediate and significant external challenges, highlighting the need for quick adaptation and innovation in the defense industry. It also points to areas for further research, suggesting a more comprehensive examination of strategic responses across the defense sector, potentially incorporating a wider range of data sources. This thesis presents a clear, focused exploration of the strategic changes within the defense industry in response to a major external event, reflecting the industry's capacity for resilience and adaptability.