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What significant merger occurred in 1905?
What product did the British Army begin supplying to soldiers in 1915?
What method did Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss acquire in 1916 to produce milk powder?
What was one consequence of World War I for Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss?
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How many factories did Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss have by the end of World War I?
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What challenge did Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss face regarding fresh milk supplies in 1917-1918?
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What helped drive the export sales of Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss during the Belle Époque period?
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Which milk product became popular due to its long shelf life during World War I?
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What innovative product was launched by Nestlé the year after Nestrovit?
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Who created Nescafé, the powdered coffee extract?
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During which global event did Nestlé relocate some managers to the US?
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What was the impact of World War Two on Nescafé sales initially?
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What product was included in CARE aid supplies after WWII?
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Which new product was launched by Nestlé in the late 1940s following the success of instant coffee?
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How did Nestlé adapt its operations in response to difficulties in exporting milk during WWII?
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What name did the company adopt in 1947 after adding Maggi to its product range?
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In what year did Nestlé acquire the Carnation Company?
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What significant event occurred for Nespresso in 1986?
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What is the primary goal of the Sustainable Agricultural Initiative Nestlé (SAIN)?
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Which UK confectionery company did Nestlé acquire in 1988?
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What joint venture did Nestlé create in 1991?
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Which pet food business did Nestlé acquire to become the market leader in that segment?
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Which business acquisition is NOT mentioned as part of Nestlé's focus on expanding its ice cream sector?
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Which company did Nestlé acquire in 1992 to expand its mineral water position?
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Who became the CEO of Nestlé in 1997, focusing on nutrition and wellness?
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What does Nestlé's Creating Shared Value approach emphasize?
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Which company did Nestlé acquire to enhance its focus on medical nutrition?
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What clean drinking water initiative did Nestlé launch after acquiring Perrier?
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What business strategy did Nestlé articulate between 2000 and 2016?
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In what year did Nestlé acquire the weight management business Jenny Craig?
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Who was appointed as the CEO of Nestlé in 2008?
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What was the purpose of the first Creating Shared Value Forum held in New York?
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What major crisis did Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss face in 1921?
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In what year did Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss experience its first financial loss?
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What central change in management occurred after the 1921 crisis?
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What product was launched by Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss in 1934?
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Which significant acquisition did Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss make in 1929?
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What structural change occurred in the company in 1936?
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What was the focus of research and administrative changes following the 1921 crisis?
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What innovation was introduced by Nestlé in 1934 to improve infant nutrition?
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Study Notes
The Belle Époque (1905 – 1913)
- Nestlé & Anglo Swiss operates over 20 factories globally, selling in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Australia.
- The merger of Anglo-Swiss and Nestlé forms the Nestlé & Anglo-Swiss Milk Company with head offices in Vevey, Cham, and London.
- Product expansion includes unsweetened condensed milk and sterilized milk during this prosperous period.
Adapting During Wartime (1914 – 1918)
- The outbreak of WWI creates new challenges; demand for condensed milk and chocolate increases amidst raw material shortages.
- Nestlé acquires processing facilities in the US and Australia to maintain production, leading to 40 factories by war's end.
- The British Army incorporates Nestlé canned milk into soldiers' emergency rations due to its long shelf life and transportability.
Key Developments During the War
- Nestlé acquires Norwegian dairy company Egron, which has patented a milk powder spray-drying process.
- To combat milk shortages in Switzerland, Nestlé prioritizes fresh milk for urban areas, promoting vitamin supplement Nestrovit, Galak white chocolate, and Rayon chocolate.
Post-War Expansion (1938 – 1945)
- Nescafé is introduced as a convenient coffee solution in response to Brazilian coffee surplus.
- WWII impacts all markets; Nestlé relocates managers to the US during the war, supplements supplies in Africa and Asia, and focuses on creating means of distribution.
Growth and Diversification (1985 – 1998)
- Acquires Carnation Company for $3 billion, entering the pet food market with Friskies.
- Launch of Nespresso empowers coffee enthusiasts to easily brew high-quality coffee.
- The acquisition of Rowntree Mackintosh boosts confectionery offerings with brands like KitKat and Smarties.
Fruitful Collaborations and Joint Ventures (1991 – 1992)
- Establishes Cereal Partners Worldwide with General Mills and Beverage Partners Worldwide with Coca-Cola.
- Acquires Perrier Group to enhance its position in the mineral water market, leading to the creation of Nestlé Waters.
Corporate Evolution and Focus on Nutrition (1999 – 2009)
- Appoints Peter Brabeck-Letmathe as CEO to drive growth in personalized nutrition.
- Acquisitions, including Novartis Medical Nutrition and Gerber, bolster Nestlé's portfolio in medical nutrition.
- Launch of the Creating Shared Value approach emphasizes sustainable business practices and community benefits.
Crisis and Opportunity (1921 – 1939)
- Military demand drop leads to Nestlé's first financial loss in 1921, prompting professional management hires and centralized research.
- Acquires Peter-Cailler-Kohler, Switzerland's largest chocolate company, expanding its chocolate segment.
Product Innovations and Market Strategy (1921 – 1936)
- The 1934 introduction of malted chocolate drink Milo marks significant product development.
- Pelargon infant food enriched with lactic acid bacteria exemplifies Nestlé's focus on nutrition in baby products.
- In 1936, the company reforms into a holding structure with Vevey and Panama divisions, enhancing operational efficiency.
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Explore the evolution of the Nestlé & Anglo Swiss Milk Company during the Belle Époque, a period of prosperity from 1905 to 1913. Discover how the company expanded globally, opening offices in key locations and becoming a significant player in the dairy industry as World War One approached.
