This book explores the intricate world of strategic management. Blending theory with practical examples, the authors provide a systematic framework for strategic decisionmaking. The book is divided into two parts. It begins by exploring the perspectives of strategic analysis, examining the firms current situation and evolutionary perspectives, as well as the objective reality and subjective perspective. These interconnected perspectives require different analytical approaches to understand the firms present state and the process of change. The second part, entitled The strategic map: the areas, the pathway and the objects of analysis, delves deeper into specific areas of strategic analysis. It focuses on the current state of the firm (todays firm), emphasizing the importance of understanding its resources, products, markets, activities, and stakeholder relationships. The quality and implementation effectiveness of the strategic model are also assessed, providing a reflection tool for improvement. The book further explores strategic change processes, the values and identity of the firm, performance evaluation, and corporate governance and internal control system. Suitable for newcomers and professionals in corporate strategy and governance, this book combines theory and practical examples to enhance understanding.
This book explores the intricate world of strategic management. It offers a comprehensive and practical analysis of the topic, providing conceptual frameworks, case studies, and analytical tools to guide strategic decision-making and promote successful organizational transformation.
Introduction Part I: The perspectives of strategic analysis
1. The
"situational" and "evolutionary" perspectives
2. The "objective reality" and
the "subjective perspective"
3. Strategic analysis: methodological scheme
Part II: The strategic map: The regions, the pathway and the objects of
analysis
1. The first region of the map: todays firm
2. The second region of
the map: the strategic transformation
3. The third region of the map:
performance
4. The fourth region of the map: corporate governance and
internal control system
5. The fifth region of the map: the values and the
identity of the firm Book Overview
Silvio Bianchi Martini is Full Professor in the Department of Economics and Management, University of Pisa, Italy.
Antonio Corvino is Full Professor in Corporate Strategy and Business Sustainability at the University of Foggia, Italy.
Andrea Dello Sbarba is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics and Management, University of Pisa, Italy.