Strategies for Small-Business Survival
Bad economic conditions don’t necessarily mean a death sentence for small companies. They can employ multiple strategies to keep growing.
Price Elasticity Has Snapped
Contrary to Econ 101, your optimal price should be based on a variety of factors.August 20, 2014 by James WalkerThe New Supercompetitors
Companies that realize the power of their capabilities can shape how industries evolve. And watch the related video.August 8, 2014 by Thomas N. Hubbard, Paul Leinwand, and Cesare MainardiWarfare, Software, and Industrial Design
The benefits of an organic, more iterative approach to product development. See also “Lessons in Product Design from Modern Warfare — In Pictures.”August 8, 2014 by Al KentHow Old Industries Become Young Again
Five indicators reveal when your sector is about to be transformed by dematurity.July 25, 2014 by John SvioklaThe Amazon Model: If You Can’t Beat ’Em, Work with ’Em
A company that collaborates with its rivals can create more business for itself.June 2, 2014 by Matt PalmquistNote to Content Creators: The Mobile Web Is Not Saving You from iTunes
The app markets are winning—it’s time to focus on working (and winning) within them.April 30, 2014 by Paul MichelmanI Scream, You Scream (But Only When the Price Goes Up)
The ice cream market reveals that consumers don’t mind smaller packaging as much as they do bigger price tags.April 25, 2014 by Matt PalmquistThe Hidden Business Benefits of Regulation
How embracing sensible legislation can unlock opportunity.April 24, 2014 by James O'TooleZero Injuries, Waste, and Harm
How AkzoNobel NV, a leading manufacturer, is making its health, safety, and environment procedures stronger by making them more consistent.March 31, 2014 by Richard WestlakeIs Apple’s Meteoric Rise Leading to a Devastating Drop?
The very business model that made the company so wildly successful could eventually cause its downfall.March 27, 2014 by Matt PalmquistWhy Underemployment Is a Bigger Challenge than Unemployment
Hiring employees with greater qualifications than you need may seem like a bargain, but it carries real risks.March 24, 2014 by James O'TooleThe Critical Few: Components of a Truly Effective Culture
Forget the monolithic change management programs and focus on the elements of your culture that drive performance.February 11, 2014 by Jon Katzenbach, Rutger von Post, and James ThomasRelated tags: critical few, culture, execution, leaders, manufacturing, motivation, the Katzenbach CenterCan China Innovate?
The country’s economic future seems to hinge on the answer, but innovation might not be the best objective right now.February 4, 2014 by John JullensHow to Choose the Right Digital Marketing Model
Four clear paths for winning and retaining customers today.January 27, 2014 by Matt Egol, Michael Peterson, and Stefan StrohAmerica’s Real Manufacturing Advantage
A new wave of software innovation is about to transform industry — and give the United States the chance for a lasting edge. See also America’s Manufacturing Advantage — In Pictures.January 20, 2014 by Helmuth Ludwig and Eric SpiegelA Better Way to Cut Costs
An organizational approach will reduce spending and—more important—reinforce your strategy.January 7, 2014 by Josh PetersThe Best s+b Blog Posts of 2013
Among all the terrific posts we’ve published, make sure not to miss these gems.December 23, 2013 by Paul MichelmanHow Industrial Companies Can Get Better at Design
Manufacturers should adopt the nimble strategy used by software firms: “sprint and scrum.”December 3, 2013 by Al Kent and Matthew LescohierIntroducing s+b’s “Strategy of the Year”
What is 2013’s most in-vogue strategy? Make your nominations.December 2, 2013 by Ken FavaroBest Business Books 2013: Globalization
Here Come the New CompetitorsDecember 2, 2013 by John JullensWhen It Comes to Customer Service, Don’t Say No
Lewis P. Carbone, author of Clued In: How to Keep Customers Coming Back Again and Again, introduces an excerpt on how to eliminate negative cues from The Effortless Experience: Conquering the New Battleground for Customer Loyalty, by Matthew Dixon, Nick Toman, and Rick DeLisi.November 27, 2013Seeking Scale in the Maker Movement
Mark Hatch, the CEO of TechShop, is betting that the new wave of high-tech DIY will bolster innovation and the growth of this nascent industry.November 26, 2013 by Theodore KinniA Skeptic’s Guide to 3D Printing
Excitement about any new technology should be balanced with the application of time-tested forecasting tools.November 26, 2013 by Tim Laseter and Jeremy Hutchison-KrupatThe U.S. Auto Industry Is Booming Again—Will It Continue?
Strong new vehicle designs and pent-up demand are pushing sales volumes back up near historic highs, and reduced cost structures mean profitability is up too.November 11, 2013 by Scott Corwin and Brian Collie
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