William MayThe Journal of Business Strategy...an excellent compilation of common sense, logic, and experience....It takes planning and application of planning out of the realm of the mysterious and into the practical application by the chief executive's office, the management staff, and the divisional operations.
Kenneth O. MichelVice President, Education and Training GTE Service CorporationThis is the definitive work on how to get results from the formulation and planning of business strategies....Yavitz and Newman clearly present the how-to's for effectively executing strategy.
Management ReviewThe authors demonstrate the practical use of such ideas as prepared opportunism, key actor analysis, internal entrepreneurs, broad-stroke programming, and synergistic fit to help develop a "moving game plan" that can achieve meaningful results.
Library JournalThe authors use examples of strategic planning in leading companies such as General Electric, Texas Instruments, and the Campbell Soup Company throughout the book. A helpful and practical guide for managers and business students. Recommended.