Overview
This topic investigates how organizations define and enable long-term direction under uncertainty. It integrates classical perspectives with contemporary approaches emphasizing agility, feedback, and continuous realignment. The analysis focuses on the translation of strategic intent into measurable objectives and governance mechanisms capable of sustaining consistency across multiple time horizons. Through comparative case evidence, the topic delineates how strategy can function simultaneously as an analytical process, a learning system, and a coordination device linking vision, structure, and performance outcomes.
Trainings
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Designing a Strategic Plan
- Deepen your understanding of your business landscape.
- Define a clear strategic direction with a realistic plan.
- Rally stakeholders around the plan for effective execution.
Research & Publications
Leading Across Cultures: Navigating Cross-Cultural Leadership Challenges in Indonesia
Cite as: Z. Humbert-Labeaumaz, N. (2020). Leading Across Cultures: Navigating Cross-Cultural Leadership Challenges in Indonesia.
Retrieved from https://nadiahl.com/research/cultural-case-study/
Winning on Simplicity: Aldi's Dual Strategy of Cost Leadership and Quality Differentiation
Cite as: Z. Humbert-Labeaumaz, N. (2020). Winning on Simplicity: Aldi's Dual Strategy of Cost Leadership and Quality Differentiation.
Retrieved from https://nadiahl.com/research/aldi-strategic-case-study/
Purpose Meets Profit: Insights from Emerging Social Entrepreneurs in Toronto
Cite as: Z. Humbert-Labeaumaz, N. (2020). Purpose Meets Profit: Insights from Emerging Social Entrepreneurs in Toronto.
Retrieved from https://nadiahl.com/research/social-entrepreneurship-study/
From Retail to the Cloud: Strategic Reinvention and Competitive Advantage at Amazon
Cite as: Z. Humbert-Labeaumaz, N. (2019). From Retail to the Cloud: Strategic Reinvention and Competitive Advantage at Amazon.
Retrieved from https://nadiahl.com/research/amazon-strategic-case-study/
Balancing Profit and Preservation: Sustainable Strategies for Wildlife Management in South Africa
Cite as: Z. Humbert-Labeaumaz, N. (2019). Balancing Profit and Preservation: Sustainable Strategies for Wildlife Management in South Africa.
Retrieved from https://nadiahl.com/research/sustainable-south-africa/
Key References
- Igor Ansoff, H., & Sullivan, P. A. (1993). Optimizing profitability in turbulent environments: A formula for strategic success. Long Range Planning, 26(5), 11–23. https://doi.org/10.1016/0024-6301(93)90073-o
- Bell, G. G., & Rochford, L. (2016). Rediscovering SWOT’s integrative nature: A new understanding of an old framework. The International Journal of Management Education, 14(3), 310–326. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijme.2016.06.003
- Bolman, L. G., & Deal, T. E. (2017). Reframing Organizations. Jossey-Bass.
- Cummings, S., & Angwin, D. (2015). Strategy Builder. John Wiley & Sons.
- Erin Meyer. (2020, August). The Country Mapping Tool. https://www.erinmeyer.com/tools/culture-map-premium/
- Hofstede Insights. (2020, August). Country comparison. https://www.hofstede-insights.com/
- Middleton, J. (2015). Cultural intelligence: the competitive edge for leaders. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izeiRjUMau4
- Spier, M. S. (1973). Kurt Lewin’s “Force Field Analysis”. Annual Handbook For Group Facilitators, pp. 111-113.