The Strategic Advantage of the Upstart Competitor
From the days of ancient warfare, large armies have struggled with an inherent disadvantage: Sheer…
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Planning for Disaster: from Oil Spills to Credit Crises
In preparing for battle I have always found that plans are useless, but planning is…
Business Planning
Strategic Thinking and the Law of Nemesis
The Law of Nemesis is a useful concept for leaders, strategists and strategic planners. In…
Business Planning
A Key Strategic Choice: When to Outsource Work
Nike makes shoes, right? Well, not exactly. Nike is a wonderful company with superb marketing…
Business Planning
Five Essentials of an Effective Strategy
The principles of strategy are timeless. The following notes on the essentials of strategy are…