...Kathryn Rudie Harrigan We propose a view of conglomerates that is at odds with what was seen in the implementation of highly unrelated diversification strategies pursued in the 1960s. Many of their differences emanated from development of the Internet’s enhanced computing power which facilitated...

...Kathryn Rudie Harrigan Performance expectations are revisited pertaining to particular corporate strategies that were highlighted by Rumelt ( 1974 ). In particular, suggestions regarding expectations about conglomerate enterprises, vertical integration, and mature- or declining-demand businesses...