Taking political risk out of the equation
With half the world going to the polls this year, how do businesses manage political risk? IMD’s David Bach suggests businesses must look beyond the electoral cycle by aligning their interests with...
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Unexpecting the expected to adapt to a changing world
July 15, 2025 • by Martin Fellenz in Strategy • 9 min read • 
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In volatile, fast-changing, and complex situations, received wisdom and expertise can become a liability that’s hard to overcome. Here are seven ways to change your mindset....
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Future-ready? A methodical approach will repay you
August 9, 2024 • by Howard H. Yu, Jialu Shan, Alexandre Sonderegger , Lawrence Tempel in Strategy • 7 min read
Singapore-based DBS bank was being shaken by nimble competitors from China, and it needed to change fast. But CEO Piyush Gupta knew that blowing a fortune on the latest technology was not...
Circular economy: Cooperation is the key to success
August 5, 2024 • by Julia Binder, Manuel Braun in Strategy • 14 min read
A network of partnerships and coalitions set within supportive ecosystems can be powerful enablers for successful circular business models....
How a new approach to demand planning can redefine success
Demand Planning Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are frequently criticized for being too complex or irrelevant. However, an emerging approach is gaining popularity: evaluating the effectiveness of the planning process itself, rather than...
Navigating global and local strategies: FUCHS’ journey in China and what other businesses can learn about their approach
FUCHS SE's journey in China shows how its FUCHS2025 strategy balances global ambitions with local agility, leveraging local expertise for global innovation....
Culture wars: creating ‘buzz’ without being branded a failure
July 31, 2024 • by Philip Thomas in Strategy • 9 min read
While it’s tempting for business leaders to think they can safely navigate a divisive cultural and political landscape, in reality, it’s a fool’s errand....
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