The brick and mortar battle against web The brick and mortar battle against web has long been portrayed as one based on price. Viewed through this lens, physical stores simply...
Strategy in a disruptive business environment
Pre-flight checklist A pilot would never take off on a flight without going through their pre-flight checklist to ensure they have everything prepared for a safe flight. With the right...
Creativity has become the currency of success As most of the tangible advantages of the past have become commodities, creativity has become the currency of success. A study of 1,500...
Understanding business disruption and how to deal with it is a key task for management A decade ago business disruption was the rare exception – now it is a reality...
Strategy execution a Must Win Battle A brilliant strategy, blockbuster product, or breakthrough technology can put you on the competitive map, but only solid execution can keep you there. Five...
Successful execution of strategy Creating a strategy aligned organizational culture - The critical role of organizational culture A brilliant strategy, blockbuster product, or breakthrough technology can put you on the...
The danger of complacency Avoid an organizational monoculture Many companies as they get larger tend to get into a monoculture mentality - but living in a bubble is one of...
In the industrial age, a company’s business model didn’t change much In the industrial age, a company’s business model didn’t change much. The way a company would create, deliver and...
The new commodity is trust – but a commodity that can't be bought or sold. Trust as an integrated part of business strategy - "The Trusted Company".
The sharing economy will disrupt many industries Social technologies radically disrupted communications, marketing and customer care. With these same technologies, customers now buy products once and share them with each...
Companies must adapt The word “disruption” has become quite popular in the last few years. It’s for good reason. The Internet has truly transformed not only our personal lives, but...
Consumer loyalty, is a thing of the past If business leaders thinks that the global crisis is over and that the future financial performance should be okay, a word of...
