Vision and Mission - Strategic Decision Making

“ If you don’t know where you are going, any road will take you there” The Koran

“ Management’s job is not to see the company as it is . . . but as it can become.”

The Strategy Making and Executing Process

Developing a Strategic Vision ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],A strategic vision describes the route a company intends to take in developing and strengthening its business. It lays out the company’s strategic course in preparing for the future.

Key Elements of a Strategic Vision ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Role of a Strategic Vision ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Examples of Strategic Visions Red Hat To extend our position as the most trusted Linux and open source provider to the enterprise. We intend to grow the market for Linux through a complete range of enterprise Red Hat Linux software, a powerful Internet management platform, and associated support and services.

Examples of Strategic Visions ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Examples of Strategic Visions Dental Products Division of 3M Corporation Become THE supplier of choice to the global dental professional markets, providing world-class quality and innovative products. [All employees of the division wear badges bearing these words, and when- ever a new product or business procedure is being considered, management asks “Is this representative of THE leading dental company?”] Caterpillar Be the global leader in customer value.

Examples of Strategic Visions H. J. Heinz Company Be the world’s premier food company, offering nutritious, superior tasting foods to people everywhere. Being the premier food company does not mean being the biggest but it does mean being the best in terms of consumer value, customer service, employee talent, and consistent and predictable growth. eBay Provide a global trading platform where practically anyone can trade practically anything.

Strategic Vision vs. Mission ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Characteristics of a Mission Statement ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Key Elements of a Mission Statement ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],A company’s mission is not to make a profit! Its true mission is its answer to “What will we do to make a profit?” Making is profit is an objective or intended outcome!

[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Communicating the Strategic Vision

Examples: Vision Slogans ,[object Object],Nike “ To bring innovation and inspiration to every athlete in the world. Mayo Clinic “The best care to every patient every day.”

Examples: Vision Slogans ,[object Object],[object Object],Greenpeace “ To halt environmental abuse and promote environmental solutions.” Charles Schwab “ To provide customers with the most useful and ethical financial services in the world.”

[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Overcoming Resistance to a New Strategic Vision

Recognizing Strategic Inflection Points ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Intel’s “Strategic Inflection Points” ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Payoffs of a Clear Strategic Vision

[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Linking the Vision with Company Values

Example: Company Values Du Pont Safety Ethics Environmental stewardship Respect for people

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