Strategic Management for the XXIst Century

The market forces shaping business today are fundamentally changing the way we do business. To remain competitive, new management strategies must be developed and implemented. Corporate executives and managers everywhere need the latest management tools to help them revitalize their business and successfully position their organization for the future. No matter what type of business you are in, Strategic Management for the XXIst Century provides valuable insights to help you lead your organization by using the newest approaches for strategic planning. This essential resource not only explains the concept of strategic management, but also offers a step-by-step blueprint for creating a strategic planning system consisting of three components: strategic, administrative, and operational. An insightful and visionary reference, Strategic Management for the XXIst Century explains the logical relationships between a planning system and the structure within which they are executed. Also discussed are techniques of trend analysis, scanning projections, probability studies and "futures research"--the answer to bridging the gap between today's and tomorrow's markets.