Swiss Made
Swiss Made

Author: R. James Breiding

Publisher: Profile Books

Published: 2013-01-10

Total Pages: 751

ISBN-13: 1847658091

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Why has Switzerland - a tiny, land-locked country with few natural advantages - become so successful for so long at so many things? In banking, pharmaceuticals, machinery, even textiles, Swiss companies rank alongside the biggest and most powerful global competitors. How did they get there? How do they continue to refresh themselves? Does the Swiss 'Sonderfall' (special case) provide lessons others can learn and benefit from? Can the Swiss continue to perform in a hyper-competitive global economy? Swiss Made offers answers to these and many other questions about the country as it describes the origins, structures and characteristics of the most important Swiss companies. The authors suggest success is due to a large degree to sound entrepreneurial thinking and an openness to new ideas. And they venture a surprising forecast on the country's ability to keep pace in an age of globalisation.

History of the Swiss Watch Industry
History of the Swiss Watch Industry

Author: Pierre-Yves Donzé

Publisher: Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der Wissenschaften

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9783034316453

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This book tackles the history of the Swiss watch industry in a global perspective: it gives particular attention to rival nations such as the United Kingdom, the USA and Japan. The author demonstrates how Swiss watchmakers succeeded in facing various challenges: the industrialization of production at the end of the 19th century, the delocalization of production in the interwar years and globalization since the 1960's. These challenges helped Switzerland to maintain and strengthen its position as a leader on the world market. This study shows how innovation and new technologies, the industrial policy of the Swiss authorities, the industrial district organization and the relations with trade unions explain the worldwide success of the Swiss watch industry.

Swiss Made
Swiss Made

Author: Steven Spier

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780500287798

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When it comes to architecture, Switzerland wields an international influence that belies its small geographic size. Such prominent figures as Herzog & de Meuron and Peter Zumthor lead a chorus of innovative new voices emanating from this mountainous nation where craftsmanship, simple beauty, and environmental sensitivity have always been prized values. "Swiss Made" presents the work of the celebrated studios and architects at the forefront of Swiss design, much of which has never been seen before in the United States. In his introduction, historian Steven Spier provides an overview of Swiss architecture and considers the cultural attitudes that have fostered such refined buildings. Critic Martin Tschantz assesses the Swiss tradition of integrating progressive design, indigenous building techniques, and advanced engineering systems. The cleareyed images of architectural photographer Christian Richters are supplemented by drawings and plans of the many projects included in this handsome volume. Swiss Made features the work of: Burkhalter & Sumi, Diener & Diener, Gigon & Guyer, Herzog & de Meuron, Peter Markli, Peter Zumthor, and many others. "Swiss Made" is the companion volume to "SuperDutch."

Swiss Watches -- Adjustments
Swiss Watches -- Adjustments

Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Government Operations. Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations

Publisher:

Published: 1956

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13:

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Investigates allegations of Treasury Dept failure to enforce Swiss watch import tariffs.

Swiss Wristwatches
Swiss Wristwatches

Author: Gisbert L. Brunner

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 9780887403019

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An overview of Swiss wristwatch designs in the 20th century with nearly 650 photo illustrations. The many forms and styles of casings, dials, and hands are covered, along with manufacturers' literature, advertising, and catalogs. The firms of Omega, Longines, Tavannes-Cyma, Breitling, Doxa, Universal, Movado, and Zenith are represented, and a price guide makes it a valuable reference for collectors of wristwatches.

Illicit Trade Counterfeiting, Piracy and the Swiss Economy
Illicit Trade Counterfeiting, Piracy and the Swiss Economy

Author: OECD

Publisher: OECD Publishing

Published: 2021-03-23

Total Pages: 103

ISBN-13: 9264573879

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The Swiss economy is innovative and knowledge-intensive. Consequently, it relies heavily on intellectual property rights. Swiss industries are also export-oriented and solidly integrated in the global economy. At the same time, the threats of counterfeiting and piracy are growing, and Swiss industries are vulnerable.

Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Whittling in the Wild
Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Whittling in the Wild

Author: Felix Immler

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2020-11-01

Total Pages: 670

ISBN-13: 1607657708

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Complete 30 new wood carving projects with just a simple pocket knife, natural wood, and a handful of household items · Learn all the basic techniques and mandatory safety rules · Contains detailed step-by-step instructions and coordinating high-quality photography · Carve and craft a boat, parachute, and dozens more cool projects · Author and pocket knife expert Felix Immler is a full-time Victorinox instructor and ambassador