This compelling history of a multinational a la francaise is no empty palliative parroting the glories of the "marvels of industry", Spanning more than 300 years of history, From Sun To Earth candidly portrays the people and events that shaped Saint-Gobain and Pont-a-Mousson. Maurice Hamon analyzes the independent development of two firms, each with its own, strongly rooted traditions. Saint-Gobain's identity has long been associated with the production of glass and its reputation as a supplier to the French state. Pont-a-Mousson developed as a manufacturer of east iron pipe for water systems. It built its success on a tradition of effective marketing, coupled with a sustained commitment to the export markets. Hamon explains how Saint-Gobain as it exixts today successfully created an enduring corporate identity and culture, and how, despite their different origins, the two firms that now form its base successfully merged to create an energetic and vibrant international business culture.
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