COMMERCE 4SA3 Chapter 3: Chapter 3.docx
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Criterion of consistency: high consistency among the component variables will lead to successful perf. while conflict will lead to poor perf. Envt"al risks: arise from potential inconsistencies b/w strategy & env"t - usually from miscalculating timing, potential or competitive rxn. Capability risks: arise from inconsistencies b/w strategy & the capabilities. & drives w/in the firm: a new strategy may demand too much (st, capabilities may not develop properly to support a consistent more demanding strategy (lt, strategic risks - page 47 fig. Linkage: identify the org. capabilities req. to implement the strategy & check for consistency b/w the req. capabilities & those present in the org. If consistent, move on, if gaps, you must change. **leadership, structure, mngt processes & culture = 4 variables that impact the org. Strategic tension: examine some of the tensions that exist b/w the elements. Org. must manage the tensinos b/w what they need to do, can do &