How harmony can aid competitiveness: A Chinese philosophical approach to strategic thinking

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

The increasingly globalized nature of the business environment demands that firms incorporate cultural awareness into their strategies. Traditional Chinese Yin-Yang harmony offers an alternative approach to identifying the strategic positions which could be the most suitable for particular organization types.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2019), "How harmony can aid competitiveness: A Chinese philosophical approach to strategic thinking", Strategic Direction, Vol. 35 No. 1, pp. 33-35. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-10-2018-0209