... that by using these new approaches and by deliberately separating long‐range planning from the production of short‐term corporate strategy, managing uncertainty need not be anywhere near as difficult as managers fear. As with most fears, once managers understand what is happening, the forebodings disappear...

..., in common with most forms of long‐range forecasting, the use of scenarios has now declined markedly. Indeed, it has become the province of only a handful of private‐sector organizations; and Shell remains almost alone among them in keeping the technique at the forefront of its long‐range planning. 1...

..., communicating a clearer strategic vision, avoiding hidden bias, focusing better on priorities,and getting results sooner. © MCB UP Limited 1994 Corporate planning Cycle time Long‐range planning Planning Strategic planning Time management The need today for simple, timely and clear strategic...

.... In other words,they need to become a TQM hero, a TQM giant, a “Captain Marvel” and a legend in their own right. © MCB UP Limited 1994 Commitment Customer requirements Long‐range planning Management Organizations Participative management Quality Statistical process review Strategy...