Observing how business management is obsessed with analysis and numbers, Dealing with Dilemmas shows there is an entire class of problems that cannot be solved by analysis: business dilemmas. Dilemmas, representing a large part of strategic decision-making, require the opposite approach of analysis; synthesis. Dealing with Dilemmas shows how popular performance management methodologies can be used in new and previously unexplored ways. It authoritatively shows you how your business can move forward strategically in ways previously impossible. * Shows dangers in current thinking around analytics and performance management * Includes practical case examples and interviews with C-level executives and government officials world-wide, both in commercial enterprise and public sector * Makes the most nebulous of management processes, strategy formulation, insightful and links it tightly to strategy execution and performance management. Filled with case studies and examples, this book reveals how your business can start solving dilemmas and move forward strategically.
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John Wiley & Sons Ltd
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2010
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Frank Buytendijkauthor and thought leader in strategy, performance management, and organizational behaviorreveals that managers can face dilemmas with confidence, once they understand that dilemmas can take them to another dimension of insight with opportunities to fundamentally solve problems. Executives will benefit from getting a better grip on the dilemmas they face every day. IT professionals and business analysts will learn how to better position their analytical skills and tools. Students will get an overview of the most current strategic thinking.
Making complex concepts accessible and readable, Dealing with Dilemmas turns traditional business strategy on its head with masterful tools for guiding companies from once unsolvable dilemmas to world-class performance.
FRANK BUYTENDIJK is a Vice President and Fellow at one of the largest software companies in the world. Earlier, he was a research vice president with analyst firm Gartner. As a researcher, road warrior, and stage animal, he is frequently called to be a keynote speaker at large events worldwide. For more information, see www.frankbuytendijk.com.