Scenarios for improvisation: long range planning redeemed

Article Abstract:

A model for long-range strategic planning is presented that considers real-time event planning and quick action within the context of larger organizational control and management. The technique called 'improvisational scenario planning' allows the general manager flexibility while maintaining the integrity of the organizational and process infrastructure.

Management Theory & Techniques, Methods, Strategic planning (Business)

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The virtual organization: emerging forms of ICT-based work arrangements

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This article examines managerial issues that arise from a work organization that includes information and communication technologies (ICT). A model is provided which describes work group or unit geographic dispersion, autonomy, and degree of transitoriness.

Management Science, Research, Usage, Information technology, Virtual corporations

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The psychology of why organizations can be slow to adapt and change

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The psychology of organizations involved in adapting and changing to the alternative decision is discussed. The benefits of scenario planning interventions to overcome the pathologies of organizational life are presented.

Planning, Psychology & Psychiatry, Evaluation, Business planning, Organizational change, Psychology, Business plans

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