Planning

Articles

"Breaking the Rules" by Dick Harrington. Editor & Publisher, July 6, 1996, p. 17.
–Follow Thompsons Newspapers as they reinvent their business to ensure a long-term future.

"Death or Rebirth" by Linda Hayes. Software Magazine, September 1993, p. 6.
–Discusses approaches that can be used to reinvent a technology-based company.

"Strategy: The Key to Financial Payback from Reengineering" by Michael J. Stickler. Hospital Material Management Quarterly, August 1996, p. 10.
–Describes different possibilities in restructuring and reconstructing a business.

"Transformation in Practice" by Anonymous. Chief Executive (CEO Brief Supplement), March 1994, p. 6.
–This article, aided by examples, explores the obstacles, issues and challenges of reinventing a business.

Books

Aaker, David A., Developing Business Strategies. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.,1995.
–Helps entrepreneurs develop a strategic vision for their small business using economic value analysis and total quality management.

Cook, Kenneth J. and Stead, Jerre, AMA Complete Guide to Strategic Planning for Small Businesses. NTC Business Books, 1995.
–Incorporates company mission into the development of a business plan. Covers key issues of products, service and industry to help entrepreneurs redefine their business.

De Geus, Arie and Senge, Peter M., The Living Company. Harvard Business School Press, 1997.
–Gives a prescription for organizational longevity, adapting to a turbulent business environment and remaining self-sustained.

Goodstein, Leonard, et.al., Applied Strategic Planning. McGraw-Hill Book Company, 1993.
–Offers a clear and effective way to identify and implement strategic objectives. Covers all phases of strategic planning utilizing charts, diagrams, checklists and analysis.

Steiner, George A., Strategic Planning: What Every Manager Must Know. The Free Press, 1997.
–Provides practical advice for organizing a company’s planning system, from using information to translating strategic plans into decisive action.