November 28, 2007
by Oliver
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A few days ago I posted some interesting figures related to large government investment funds (sovereign wealth funds) and their cash flow sources. So what do these funds in detail in their investments? Well this matter is not directly related to … Continue reading
November 27, 2007
by Dagmar
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Part One: What to do when your department was over-downsized This question might be back on your agenda soon. Latest turmoil at the financial markets made the profits of banks and other investors drop sharply. Nobody knows how many more … Continue reading
November 25, 2007
by Oliver
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A couple of months ago I discussed in this post capital market issues and the cash flow that is created in specific nations trough commodities. Recently in some nations discussions are underway that focus on the financial power, which arise … Continue reading
November 24, 2007
by Oliver
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That is an unusual headline, isn’t it? To be honest, the fundamental sentence was “pimp up my car” and all those measures that take place, when people bring their old, rusty cars to a particular TV show. However, this post … Continue reading
November 22, 2007
by Oliver
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Quite recently I have found a very interesting study concerning success factors. A large strategy consulting company did analyze these factors for Chinese companies abroad. To compete abroad four major success factors were described: Productivity and quality need to … Continue reading
November 18, 2007
by Oliver
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When starting the process of strategic planning it is crucial to focus on the key strategic issues. Hence there is a key question: What is a key issue for my organization? If one walks around in a company and asks … Continue reading
November 17, 2007
by Dagmar
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I had an Auris experience yesterday which made me revisit my old post about the Auris advertising campaign in Germany in February. My little experience is definitely not representative for what is going on on Germany’s roads, since I haven’t … Continue reading
November 14, 2007
by Dagmar
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Early indicators are very popular in the business world. People normally like them because they see a lot of advantages, such as Early indicators are perceived to provide some objectivity to otherwise fuzzy planning and forecasting processes. They are most … Continue reading
November 10, 2007
by Oliver
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I am quite happy. Since yesterday Germany is back. Back in the club of technology driven countries, where technological options and brands are the main drivers for progress. What’s on? Yesterday the sale of the world famous iPhone did start … Continue reading