Growth strategy

Bonuses and other forms of incentive compensation are an effective motivator of executives to achieve ever higher earnings per share. The drive to produce short-term results, however, often influences management to forgo investment in capital equipment and R&D that would benefit the corporation several years hence even more than improved earnings next year would. The […]

Three strategies for surviving in a tough environment.

Successful companies lose momentum for four main reasons. All are within management’s control if spotted in time.

Technology has made it easier, but strategic rules still apply.

And why your company can’t ignore it.

The bet-the-company deal isn't the route to success.

New products don't always mean increased profits. At Clorox, a formal process for determining which products to cut has boosted SKU sales and margins.

People throughout your organization are energetically pursuing the new. But does all that activity add up to a strategy?

The surprising global success of Spanish companies proves the value of good old-fashioned networking.

Multinationals that don't have a plan for building subsidiaries in the country risk missing out on one of the most promising market opportunities in the...

Machines are taking over much of what marketers do today.

Many luxury brands are able to command high prices because of their excellent quality, solid reputation, and limited availability. But it can be tricky...

Listen up, young U.S. digital businesses.

Corporate profits are beginning a long slide. Prepare for leaner times.

Finding the synergies in a holding company

Too many companies start seeing the future as a threat.

Don't be too ambitious.

Which is your organization facing?

Get clarity on what really matters.

In 2006, General Electric launched its Leadership, Innovation, and Growth (LIG) program to support CEO Jeffrey Immelt's priority of achieving corporate...