Handbook of Research on Strategy Process

Handbook of Research on Strategy Process

Author: Pietro Mazzola

Publisher: Edward Elgar Pub

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 592

ISBN-13: 9781848440449

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'Strategy making processes matter a great deal. They determine the content, scope and quality of a firm's strategic choices as well as their implementation. Mazzola and Kellermanns rejuvenate research on strategy making processes by bringing an important set of perspectives together, providing an innovative view of the actors and processes involved in strategy making processes in diverse settings. the volume highlights the role of imaginative strategy in altering competitive dynamics and creating value. It is an important contribution to the field.' - Shaker A. Zahra, University of Minnesota, US


Handbook of Research on Strategic Fit and Design in Business Ecosystems

Handbook of Research on Strategic Fit and Design in Business Ecosystems

Author: Hacioglu, Umit

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2019-08-30

Total Pages: 804

ISBN-13: 1799811271

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With advancing information technology, businesses must adapt to more efficient structures that utilize the latest in robotics and machine learning capabilities in order to create optimal human-robot cooperation. However, there are vital rising concerns regarding the possible consequences of deploying artificial intelligence, sophisticated robotic technologies, automated vehicles, self-managing supply modes, and blockchain economies on business performance and culture, including how to sustain a supportive business culture and to what extent a strategic fit between human-robot collaboration in a business ecosystem can be created. The Handbook of Research on Strategic Fit and Design in Business Ecosystems is a collection of innovative research that builds a futuristic view of evolving business ecosystems and a deeper understanding of business transformation processes in the new digital business era. Featuring research on topics such as cultural hybridization, Industry 4.0, and cybersecurity, this book is ideally designed for entrepreneurs, executives, managers, corporate strategists, economists, IT specialists, IT consultants, engineers, students, researchers, and academicians seeking to improve their understanding of future competitive business practices with the adoption of robotic and information technologies.


Handbook of Middle Management Strategy Process Research

Handbook of Middle Management Strategy Process Research

Author: Steven W. Floyd

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2017-12-29

Total Pages: 521

ISBN-13: 1783473258

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The premise of this volume is that the complex social processes that animate strategic decisions involve not only top-level executives, but also middle managers distributed throughout the organization. Designed for doctoral students and others interested in middle managers and strategy process, the Handbook integrates the threads of scholarly work in this domain and charts a course for future research. Chapters are written both by scholars who have ‘paved the way’ for the middle management perspective and scholars who have done recent, cutting edge research from this point of view.


Handbook of Strategies and Strategic Processing

Handbook of Strategies and Strategic Processing

Author: Daniel L. Dinsmore

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2020-01-27

Total Pages: 461

ISBN-13: 0429752598

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Handbook of Strategies and Strategic Processing provides a state-of-the-art synthesis of conceptual, measurement, and analytical issues regarding learning strategies and strategic processing. Contributions by educational psychology experts present the clearest-yet definition of this essential and quickly evolving component of numerous theoretical frameworks that operate across academic domains. This volume addresses the most current research and theory on the nature of strategies and performance, mechanisms for unearthing individuals’ strategic behaviors, and both long-established and emerging techniques for data analysis and interpretation.


Handbook of Research on Strategic Innovation Management for Improved Competitive Advantage

Handbook of Research on Strategic Innovation Management for Improved Competitive Advantage

Author: Jamil, George Leal

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-04-13

Total Pages: 921

ISBN-13: 1522530134

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Innovation is a vital process for any business to remain competitive in this age. This progress must be coherently and optimally managed, allowing for successful improvement and future growth. The Handbook of Research on Strategic Innovation Management for Improved Competitive Advantage provides emerging research on the use of information and knowledge to promote development in various business agencies. While covering topics such as design thinking, financial analysis, and policy planning, this publication explores the wide and complex relationships that constitute strategic innovation management principals and processes. This publication is an important resource for students, professors, researchers, managers, and entrepreneurs seeking current research on the methods and tools regarding information and knowledge management for business advancement.


Handbook of Research on Competitive Strategy

Handbook of Research on Competitive Strategy

Author: Giovanni Battista Dagnino

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2012-01-01

Total Pages: 617

ISBN-13: 0857938681

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The Handbook of Research on Competitive Strategy presents a comprehensive state-of-the-art picture of current strategic management issues and demarcates the major investigation strands that are likely to shape the field into the future. The Handbook is the outcome of a far-reaching endeavour including new contributions from highly-reputed experts around the world, outlining the conceptual and empirical advancements and assessing the promises and practical relevance of the competitive strategy field. Looking at key areas such as alliances and innovation, ownership and networks, coopetition and entrepreneurship, multinational and trust management, and firm's financial structures and business models, the book sets a research agenda for the future of competitive strategy research. Gathering various solid branches of investigation that revolve around specific theories and applications (such as the socio-cognitive perspective, the strategy-as-practice view, and the most recent developments in competitive dynamics and the resource-based perspective of the firm), this inspiring and thought-provoking Handbook will provide executives, entrepreneurs, students and scholars in management with many insights into the nature and process of competitive strategy emergence, configuration and development.


Handbook of Research on Strategic Management in Small and Medium Enterprises

Handbook of Research on Strategic Management in Small and Medium Enterprises

Author: Todorov, Kiril

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2014-04-30

Total Pages: 538

ISBN-13: 1466659637

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As the global economy continues to develop and new entrepreneurs take advantage of emerging markets, the small business sector plays a greater role of economic development in the international arena. The Handbook of Research on Strategic Management in Small and Medium Enterprises contributes new research to the current array of literature on small business management under diverse geographic, economic, and socio-cultural conditions. By exploring existing theories in tandem with fresh viewpoints, this book will serve as a valuable reference to students, lecturers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and policy makers investigating the use of strategic management in various scenarios and situations.


Handbook of Research on IT Applications for Strategic Competitive Advantage and Decision Making

Handbook of Research on IT Applications for Strategic Competitive Advantage and Decision Making

Author: Idemudia, Efosa Carroll

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2020-06-05

Total Pages: 459

ISBN-13: 1799833534

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To date, a plethora of companies and organizations are investing vast amounts of money on the latest technologies. Information technology can be used to improve market share, profits, sales, competitive advantage, and customer/employee satisfaction. Unfortunately, the individuals meant to use these technologies are not well equipped on how to effectively and efficiently use these tools for competitive advantage and decision making. The Handbook of Research on IT Applications for Strategic Competitive Advantage and Decision Making is a collection of innovative research relevant to the methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and latest empirical research findings in information technology applications, strategic competitive advantage, and decision making. While highlighting topics including agility, knowledge management, and business intelligence, this book is ideally designed for information technology professionals, academics, researchers, managers, executives, and government officials interested in using information technology for strategic competitive advantage and better decision making.


Handbook of Research on Contemporary Approaches in Management and Organizational Strategy

Handbook of Research on Contemporary Approaches in Management and Organizational Strategy

Author: Do?ru, Ça?lar

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-11-23

Total Pages: 673

ISBN-13: 1522563024

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The importance of effective use of resources within a business is paramount to the success of the business. This includes the effective use of employees as well as efficient strategies for the direction of those employees and resources. A manager’s ability to adapt and utilize contemporary approaches for maximizing both individuals and organizational knowledge is essential. The Handbook of Research on Contemporary Approaches in Management and Organizational Strategy is a pivotal reference source that provides vital research on the application of contemporary management strategies. While highlighting topics such as e-business, leadership styles, and organizational behavior, this publication explores strategies for the achievement of organizational goals, as well as the methods of effective resource allocation. This book is ideally designed for academicians, students, managers, specialists, and consultants seeking current research on strategies for the management of people and knowledge within an organization.