Strategic Management

There is no CEO task more significant than leading change in an organization whose old business model needs updating. Large-scale change involves rethinking how to engage customers, partners, and suppliers with new technology and hard decisions about how to reorganize internal operations—plus the challenges of executing the transformation. Too many things can go wrong, from natural organizational resistance and inertia, to lack of strategic focus, to execution problems. And yet, organizations today must be more dynamic than ever before.

In The Attacker's Advantage, Charan reveals the upside of uncertainty for those leaders who are nimbly positioned to anticipate the catalysts of disruption and embrace change. He updates and adapts the principles of his previous best sellers to address the current turbulent business environment, cutting through the veil of complexity to concentrate on the new customer needs and expectations and providing the tools for corporate leaders to take their companies to a higher level.

Black Faces in High Places is the essential guide for Black professionals who are moving up through their organizations or industries but need a roadmap for how to get to the top and stay there. Based on the authors' considerable experiences in business, in the public eye, and as a minority, the book shows how African-American professionals can (and must) think and act both entrepreneurially and "intrapreneurially".

Fit for Growth is a unique approach to business transformation that explicitly connects growth strategy with cost management and organization restructuring. Drawing on 70-plus years of strategy consulting experience and in-depth research, the experts at PwC's Strategy& lay out a winning framework that helps CEOs and senior executives transform their organizations for sustainable, profitable growth.

Even the best competitive strategies mean nothing if they can't be executed. Yet many organizations struggle when they move from defining a strategy to implementing it. Somehow, all the careful planning falls to the side, and leaders are left wondering how to pick up the pieces. The HBR Guide to Executing Your Strategy is here to help. This book offers leaders and managers tips and advice for how to take even the most detailed strategy and apply it throughout their organizations.

In The Innovator's Solution, Clayton Christensen and Michael Raynor expand on the idea of disruption, explaining how companies can and should become disruptors themselves. Now with a foreword by innovation expert Scott Anthony, this classic work shows just how timely and relevant these ideas continue to be in today's hyper-accelerated business environment and will help anyone trying to transform their business right now.

This CMA Part 1 study guide dives deep into the core concepts of financial planning, performance, and analytics, ensuring a thorough understanding of each topic. Key Features: Comprehensive Coverage: Each chapter meticulously covers the key areas of the CMA Part 1 exam, including financial planning, external financial reporting decisions, financial statement analysis, budgeting, performance management, cost management, internal controls, and more. Detailed Explanations: Concepts are explained in a straightforward manner, making complex topics accessible and easy to understand. Each chapter ...

No pre-pandemic strategy is effective anymore. Alan Weiss has developed an original, new approach to strategy which thus far has certified over 100 people globally, delivering this approach to scores of firms of all types in four countries.

Are you ready to take your consulting career to the next level? Look no further than this advanced consulting handbook for consultants! This comprehensive guide will provide you great insights and proven strategies to empower you to excel in the complex and dynamic world of consulting! In this book, you’ll discover all the advanced consulting skills! we’ll dive into agile consulting methodologies, design thinking, systems thinking, advanced strategic planning, innovation and creativity techniques, process improvement methodologies, project management and advanced change management ...

Gigatrends offers a roadmap for navigating six of the most disruptive trends shaping the future. Humanity stands at the precipice of a remarkable new era in global history filled with both immense opportunities and daunting challenges. Gigatrends examines how six disruptive trends can be harnessed to create new social, economic, and organizational solutions that will usher in the promise of a human-centered future for billions of people.

Today's organizations are collaborative. With old command-and-control methods replaced by openness and transparency, networking has become an essential professional skill expected of everyone at every level. Unveiling eight indispensable competencies for the new network-oriented workforce, Strategic Connections provides practical advice for building better, more productive business relationships.

LEADERSHIP is about RESULTS. Time is your most valuable resource, then money. Time spent without FOCUS (strategy) leaves nowhere. Time spent in a focused deliberate manner can make you Millions of $s and prevent you from wasting resources without getting results. You will get thousands of times of what you spend here in return in your first year if you follow this simple self paced process. LEADERS both new and seasoned have benefited greatly from structuring their direction with this clear and practical process. This is not a boring book, it is a direct to the point (what, why and how) ...

The Art of Strategic Partnering is a how-to guide for creating and managing successful strategic partnerships. Made for entrepreneurial leaders and executives, this audiobook shows you how to grow a company and achieve game-changing results. Learn tried-and-true lessons from a Silicon Valley industry expert who has successfully negotiated and managed more than 150 strategic partnerships.

Robert Prechter proposes a new science called socionomics. It's the study of how humans interact and how that interaction determines the course of the economy, culture, and history.

Getting ahead requires you to think strategically, embody specific values to help you stand out amongst your peers, and successfully navigate and build relationships with internal stakeholders. ‘How to Advance Your Career in Professional Services Marketing’ takes a deep inside look into how to go from a junior role to a senior role within the world of professional services marketing. Previously, if one wanted to learn how to advance their career within the industry in marketing and career management, they would have to learn on the job, read multiple books and combine the information of...

In "The Prepared Business Owner," author Nick Newland offers a comprehensive guide to help entrepreneurs thrive in times of crisis. Drawing from their extensive experience, the author presents practical strategies and valuable insights that enable business owners to navigate unforeseen challenges with confidence. By emphasizing the importance of proactive planning, this book empowers readers to build resilience, make informed decisions, and steer their businesses towards long-term success.

Cost reduction...productivity improvement...customer retention...these are the promises of the Six Sigma quality management system. The Six Sigma Way reveals how GE, Motorola, and numerous other companies are successfully using Six Sigma to fine-tune products and processes, improve performance, and increase profits. Now you can hear the road map for implementing Six Sigma in your manufacturing or service organization.

In a world inundated with choices, where we acquire software, houses, cars, and an array of possessions, the narrative often takes an unexpected turn. Despite investing significant resources—time, money, and energy—the realization dawns that the full potential of these acquisitions remains elusive. The disconnect arises from a fundamental challenge: the inability to harness and optimize these resources effectively. This revelation underscores the critical importance of making informed and strategic choices, a theme at the heart of the transformative exploration presented in "Master ...

About the Book: In an era defined by the rapid digital transformation triggered by the pandemic, businesses across diverse industries have accelerated their online presence. The convergence of marketing strategies with cutting-edge technology and a human-centric approach has become the driving force in establishing a competitive edge and forging meaningful connections with consumers. This comprehensive textbook delves into the heart of this convergence, starting with the essential principles of digital marketing and progressing to equip students with the strategic knowledge necessary to ...

Africa's Business Revolution provides the inside story on business in Africa and its future growth prospects and helps executives understand and seize the opportunities for building profitable, sustainable enterprises.