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...Azaddin Salem Khalifa Purpose The confusion over what counts as “strategic” is widely acknowledged to be a problem for both research and practice. The paper aims to develop a robust definition of “strategic decisions” and a classifying tool that distinguishes them from grand tactical, tactical...

..., Finland, Denmark, Norway and the Republic of Ireland. Management research rarely captures the views of the top executive, yet the top executives have a broad picture and are key strategic decision makers. Findings – The case study and interview offers a unique insight into factors contributing...

.... Furthermore this case demonstrates how logical incrementalism can be used to implement major strategic decisions. Design/methodology/approach The paper draws on company documentary evidence and a semi‐structured interview with Mr Charlie Mayfield, Chairman of John Lewis Partnership. A chairman has...

.... In this case study and interview the aim is to examine strategy, strategic decisions and strategic management of a not‐for‐profit provident. Design/methodology/approach The paper draws on documentary evidence and a semi‐structured interview with Ray King, chief executive of Bupa. The perspective of CEO...

...Abby Ghobadian; Nicholas O'Regan Purpose Mergers and acquisitions are among the most intensely used strategic decisions. Yet research by both academics and consulting groups suggests that many mergers and acquisitions fail to add value. On the other hand there are many companies that successfully...