Threats can exist for many reasons, but the most strategic threats occur because something in your value stream is undergoing a fundamental change. The best examples, in recent years, have been changes brought about by technology, such as the impact of online travel websites on the travel agency business. What changes threaten your company and how can you become the threat? I look forward to your comments on our blog.Sincerely,
Robert Bradford
President and CEO, Center for Simplified Strategic Planning
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