Strategic Direction: Volume 29 Issue 9

Can business leaders build teams like Alex Ferguson?

This paper aims to look at the leadership lessons which can be learnt from Scottish soccer coach, Alex Ferguson.

So what is competitive advantage?: We know we need it but not how to define it

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

Facebook can transform your business: How one small start‐up stimulates sales

The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the value of social media as an additional sales, marketing and communication channel for small businesses.

So, are the geeks inheriting the earth?: Big Data, big decisions and best practice for information management

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

Google grows on people: Bottom‐up leadership and minimalist management inspire innovation

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

Adobe nurtures its new leaders: Global opportunities demand broader bench

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

Nigerian movies – the next blockbuster?: Mass market movie industry seeks marketing strategy

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

Good sport: The relationship and effectiveness of branding and sport

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

Selling IKEA abroad: International retailing relies on understanding local culture

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

Building competitive advantage through inter‐organizational projects

Projects are a part of everyday life in industrial firms, playing a relevant role in terms of accomplishing strategic objectives, implementing strategy, and developing competitive…

Developing empty stores to satisfy customers: the case of Nishimatsuya Chain

This study aims to describe how the Nishimatsuya Chain Company, Ltd has established an innovative business model.

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