Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Integration of Industry 4.0 technologies with Lean Manufacturing principles can help realize benefits that include positive impacts on learning, problem solving and social performance. But achieving these outcomes demands relevant management approaches to deal with the dialectic and paradoxical tensions that this alignment can pose. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
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Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Business-to-business (B2B) firms can increase their connection with production end-users by engaging with different consumer communities. These heterogeneous groups are able to perform various important business-related functions and essentially service as additional actors within the business network. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
{"title":"The changing face of business networks","authors":"","doi":"10.1108/sd-05-2024-0058","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/sd-05-2024-0058","url":null,"abstract":"\u0000Purpose\u0000This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.\u0000\u0000\u0000Design/methodology/approach\u0000This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.\u0000\u0000\u0000Findings\u0000Business-to-business (B2B) firms can increase their connection with production end-users by engaging with different consumer communities. These heterogeneous groups are able to perform various important business-related functions and essentially service as additional actors within the business network.\u0000\u0000\u0000Originality/value\u0000The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.\u0000","PeriodicalId":39796,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Direction","volume":" 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141374920","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Deciding whether to allow employees to work remotely or flexibly is becoming increasingly difficult due to the pitfalls of either choice. But forcing employees back into the office is causing considerable backlash. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
{"title":"The great office migration","authors":"","doi":"10.1108/sd-05-2024-0059","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/sd-05-2024-0059","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose\u0000This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.\u0000\u0000Design/methodology/approach\u0000This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.\u0000\u0000Findings\u0000Deciding whether to allow employees to work remotely or flexibly is becoming increasingly difficult due to the pitfalls of either choice. But forcing employees back into the office is causing considerable backlash.\u0000\u0000Originality/value\u0000The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.\u0000","PeriodicalId":39796,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Direction","volume":"1 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141267733","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Domestic firms are able to outcompete most foreign MNEs due to their inherent knowledge of the market, access to resources, and the ability to adapt products more quickly. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
{"title":"Home ground advantage","authors":"","doi":"10.1108/sd-05-2024-0060","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/sd-05-2024-0060","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose\u0000This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.\u0000\u0000Design/methodology/approach\u0000This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.\u0000\u0000Findings\u0000Domestic firms are able to outcompete most foreign MNEs due to their inherent knowledge of the market, access to resources, and the ability to adapt products more quickly.\u0000\u0000Originality/value\u0000The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.\u0000","PeriodicalId":39796,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Direction","volume":"7 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141266146","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Salim Ismail, Michael S. Malone, Y. Geest, Peter H. Diamandis, Michael S. Malone, Peter H. Diamandis
Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Integrating new technologies is vital for a firm to maintain a competitive edge, and those who do it well will find themselves at the forefront of their industries. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy- to-digest format.
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Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings The paper introduces articles in a special issue that discusses the role multinational enterprises play in contributing to and solving grand challenges. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists, and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
{"title":"Role of MNCs in grand challenges","authors":"","doi":"10.1108/sd-05-2024-0057","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/sd-05-2024-0057","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose\u0000This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.\u0000\u0000Design/methodology/approach\u0000This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.\u0000\u0000Findings\u0000The paper introduces articles in a special issue that discusses the role multinational enterprises play in contributing to and solving grand challenges.\u0000\u0000Originality/value\u0000The briefing saves busy executives, strategists, and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.\u0000","PeriodicalId":39796,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Direction","volume":"2 11","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141267124","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings This paper identified that for organizations to venture into international franchising and licensing, there are some risks that need to be considered and addressed. These are mostly related to legal and cultural elements. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
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Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Digital leaders must have technical and social skills that enable them to modify the organization while communicating change to the internal and external stakeholders, satisfying consumers and bringing their firm to the forefront of their industries Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy- to-digest format.
{"title":"Digital leaders and digital transformation","authors":"","doi":"10.1108/sd-03-2024-0032","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/sd-03-2024-0032","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose\u0000This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.\u0000\u0000Design/methodology/approach\u0000This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.\u0000\u0000Findings\u0000Digital leaders must have technical and social skills that enable them to modify the organization while communicating change to the internal and external stakeholders, satisfying consumers and bringing their firm to the forefront of their industries\u0000\u0000Originality/value\u0000The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy- to-digest format.\u0000","PeriodicalId":39796,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Direction","volume":"11 15","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140712122","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Organizational creativity is being boosted in AI-focused firms due to the adoption of intellectual property rights as well as the recognition of the benefits AI can bring to innovation and original idea generation. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
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Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings This paper identified that human capital is a key determinant in the success and performance of an organization. The paper also identified leadership as an important influence in terms of how human capital is managed. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
{"title":"Nurturing talent","authors":"Henrietta Egerth","doi":"10.1108/sd-03-2024-0033","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/sd-03-2024-0033","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose\u0000This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.\u0000\u0000Design/methodology/approach\u0000This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.\u0000\u0000Findings\u0000This paper identified that human capital is a key determinant in the success and performance of an organization. The paper also identified leadership as an important influence in terms of how human capital is managed.\u0000\u0000Originality/value\u0000The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.\u0000","PeriodicalId":39796,"journal":{"name":"Strategic Direction","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140717815","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}