Strategy as a Wicked Problem
How to approach strategic planning in a highly turbulent world?
Author(s): Clark Gilbert, Joseph L. Bower
Publisher: Harvard Business Review
Date of publication: 2002
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Summary
How can you approach strategic planning in a highly turbulent world? The author suggests making a comparison with the world of complex systems, and deduces several recommendations: i.e., get all stakeholders involved in making decisions, assert a strong identity, focus on action and continuously test the environment.
Synopsis
This article is one of the sources used in Manageris’ synopses:
Turbulence and strategy
Devising relevant strategies in a turbulent context is a tricky job for business leaders, as traditional points of reference for making strategic decisions may no longer be valid. How to take a fresh look at strategy in this new market context?