Connecting the Dots

Name: Connecting the Dots
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SKU: 9781578518777
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Aligning Projects With Objectives in Unpredictable Times

By Cathleen Benko and F. Warren McFarlan

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Connecting the Dots by Cathleen Benko and F. Warren McFarlan delves into the evolving landscape of business and entrepreneurship, focusing on the strategies and frameworks necessary for navigating complex market dynamics. The authors provide insights into how businesses can adapt to changes, connect seemingly disparate challenges, and leverage innovative solutions to maintain competitive advantage. This book is a valuable guide for leaders aiming to align their organisations with emerging trends.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you're interested in innovative strategies for organisational growth and success in the digital age. It offers insightful perspectives on overcoming challenges within businesses by leveraging technology and aligning it with strategic goals. If you are keen on understanding how to drive transformation and maintain competitive advantage in today's fast-paced environment, this might be the perfect choice for you.

Connecting the Dots

Organizations are struggling for greater return on their multibillion-dollar technology and project-related investments. This work provides a scalable framework and practical tools for better aligning a company's: project portfolio with its objectives; individual projects with each other; and portfolio and objectives with the volatile environment.

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Connecting the Dots is a guidebook for aligning technology-intensive initiatives with corporate intentions.

The alignment theme resonates as it offers a very convincing case that the "alignment" portfolio management method is an excellent way to manage strategic planning and implementation.

This is a practical approach that works. Expect a complete and credible guide that contains original tools and new strategies.

The book is authored by an authoritative team: Cathleen Benko, who runs the e-business practice at Deloitte, and F. Warren McFarlan, a distinguished Harvard Business School professor and renowned thought leader on technology management.

Connecting the Dots arrives at a crucial time when discussions in IT circles focus on minimizing spending and maximizing the effectiveness of existing technology-related projects. It offers insightful ways to achieve the right balance.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Connecting the Dots by Cathleen Benko and F. Warren McFarlan is applauded for its insightful approach to strategic alignment within organisations, particularly in navigating digital transformations. The authors effectively use real-world examples and detailed frameworks to illustrate how companies can better connect strategy with execution in rapidly changing environments. This book is often highlighted for its practical advice and relevance to business leaders seeking to innovate and remain competitive.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781578518777

Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 March 2003

Country: United States

Imprint: Harvard Business Review Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 165.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 555g

Pages: 246

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Business & Entrepreneurship Business Leadership & Management Business Strategy & Negotiation Cathleen Benko F. Warren McFarlan Non-Fiction

About the Author

Cathleen A. Benko is Deloitte Consulting's Global e-Business Practice Leader. She speaks frequently on this topic at A-level IT conferences. Warren McFarlan is the Albert H. Gordon Professor of Business Administration Harvard Business School.