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If the Key to Business Success Is Focus, Why Does Amazon Work?

Harvard Business

Harvard Business School professor Sunil Gupta explores the infiltration of Amazon into dozens of industries including web services, grocery, online video streaming, content creation and, oh, did we mention physical bookstores? Gupta is the author of the case study, “Amazon 2019.” What’s the big plan?

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3 Tactics for Accelerating Company Performance Despite an Economic Downturn

Organizational Talent Consulting

In the following video, Dr. Chermack provides an overview of the process using a small business case study. This video provides some practical insights into scenario planning. The strategic planner as prophet and leader: a case study concerning a leading seminary illustrates the new planning skills required.

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Free Yourself and Business from Market Myopia

Organizational Talent Consulting

The following video breaks down the difference between strategic planning and strategic thinking. Collaborative open strategic planning: A method and case study. Strategic thinking involves: Assessing Internal and External Environments. Clarifying the business Mission, Vision, and Values. Amrollahi, A., & & Rowlands, B.