23 October, 2018

Pal’s Sudden Service—Scaling an Organizational Model to Drive Growth

Harvard Business School Case 916-052

Pal’s Sudden Service has developed a unique operating model and organizational culture in the quick service restaurant business. With a deep emphasis on process control and improvement, zero defects, extensive training, and a high level of employee engagement, Pal’s has been able to achieve excellent operating and financial performance. The case examines the challenges it potentially faces as it contemplates growing the chain significantly from the 28 units it currently operates.