The (lost) art of war

Abstract

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 – Is your organization opposed to improved strategic thinking? Does it think that only the top directors should involve themselves in strategy? Does the best strategic thinking only ever happen round the boardroom table? Preposterous questions. Or so you would think. However, any experienced executive will tell you that many organizations behave in such a way that it seems that their human resource (HR) function acts as a blocker when it comes to strategic development, rather than the enabler that all the textbooks encourage them to be. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. 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.