Delta model strategy pros Although the authors do not mention the Star Model of Jay R. Galbraith, we can see that the general framework that they called “The Delta Model’s Winning Formula” fits “almost exactly” in the well-known Star Model. This is…
Strategic Focus: Core Business Types
Infrastructure management and customer relationship management are based on volume (economies of scale and economies of scope). So consolidation of a few big players would be a consequence to create the necessary volume to compete in those core businesses. It is…
From Value Chain and Processes to Strategy Execution
Primary processes (CRM and SCM) must be managed with a holistic approach: Those processes involve: different activities, value deployment, people management, and so on. Many initiatives are going to be launched from these processes involving other areas. This does not mean…
When Should We Outsource Activities?
The big disadvantage of outsourcing that used to be mentioned is the “loss of control”. Although with the information systems that today are in place, and managing properly the relationship with the outsourced firm by having regular meeting and conference calls,…
Mission: Business Strategy Focus On Turnaround Processes
Mission: If we ask the Managing Committee the six basic questions for Mission Definition (and the answers match with the reality), we would probably discover any of the following problems: Market: Selling to companies of many different industries, sizes, and so…
Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Marketing/Sales Strategies Alignment
The two other supply chains and manufacturing strategies related to make-to-order Engineer-to order: Customers’ orders will require of engineering specific designs. So inventory “cannot be built” until the sales order is not received, and the design needs are known. Assemble-to-order: Compare…