Strategy

Read the latest advice, feature articles and news on the business model in Australian business for business leaders, CEOs and leading companies.

So you’re on social media, now what?

Think smart and strategic: why it’s essential you use new media technologies and online publishing platforms to keep your business fresh and relevant.

By Trevor Young

Too many IT projects fail. Here's four reasons why

By Myriam Robin

04 June 2013

Most managers have no idea how to lead technical projects, and they make the same simple mistakes, an IT risk expert says.

Pricing Propheteer: Escape the downward spiral of discounting

By Jon Manning

30 May 2013

Discounting creates expectation and conditions your customers to think your business revolves around sales. If you want to protect your profit margins, you need to change people’s perceptions.

Economic Pulse: Can the NRL survive without the gambling industry?

By Myriam Robin

29 May 2013

While sports betting is increasingly controversial, outlawing its advertising could have disastrous consequences for several NRL clubs.

Billabong sells off Canadian sites as chain remains in trading halt

By Patrick Stafford

24 May 2013

Billabong has started selling its Canadian stores, in a move which suggests the troubled surfwear company doesn’t expect any private equity sale to include the current full line-up of retail outlets.

Sink or swim, web business iSelect prepares to float

By Adam Schwab

22 May 2013

The comparison site has dominated the Australian market and is a tasty prospect for stock market players. But don’t believe all of the hype you’re reading in the nation’s financial daily.

Nutella-maker Ferrero sends cease-and-desist letter to ‘World Nutella Day’ founder

By Myriam Robin

21 May 2013

Social media expert says clamping down on users posting about your product is “missing the point” of branding.

Why doesn’t innovation work any more?

By Ken Hudson

15 May 2013

Leaders believe their innovation strategy is falling short of expectations despite an increase in managerial focus and funding.

Out of touch with external trends: a reflection on Ansett

By Paul Hunter

14 May 2013

It was a case of strategic drift when there was a serious need for strategic agility. How the airline's failure highlights the importance of remaining relevant.

Zara v H&M: Which will win the battle for Australian fast-fashion?

By Myriam Robin

08 May 2013

Cutting-edge retailers Zara and H&M both do fast-fashion, but very, very differently.

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