Business Management and Leadership

1.<Tab/>1. What was the logic of acquiring several companies over a short period of time? 2.<Tab/> The industry is being changed by dozens of smaller companies. Knowing the company's current goals gives managers a basis for deciding whether those goals need to be changed. How do we see the future? Strategic planning is the answer to at least four questions: How Do Our Customers/Clients See Us? …

…that it dramatically engages the loyalty and productivity of employees. A well defined business strategy focuses the organization on a winning game plan and helps define business direction. Leaders need to anticipate the future, balance organic growth with acquisition growth, and put in place an effective strategic measurement system that provides a real time method to perceive organizational performance. Common organizational requirements strong coordination among functions in R&D, product development, and marketing,