Why Charles Schwab is one smart company

Russ Shaw

This case history describes how Charles Schwab became the world's largest execution-only brokerage firm.

Why Charles Schwab is one Smart Company

Winners win because they know how to integrate different types of knowledge. In this article, Russ Shaw describes how Charles Schwab became the worlds largest execution-only brokerage firm. By focusing on customers, embracing technology, investing in the brand through employees and concentrating on a shrewd and distinctive competitive position, the company is set to be a dominant player in the financial services revolution in the UK.

There actually is someone called Charles Schwab. He founded the company in 1974, is chairman and co-CEO of the company today, and is very much...

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