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The Ansoff Matrix

Tom Spencer

THE Ansoff Matrix (referred to by some commentators as the Product/Market Expansion Grid) was developed by a Russian-American mathematician named Igor Ansoff , and first explained in his 1957 Harvard Business Review article entitled Strategies for Diversification. What is a Product-Market Growth Strategy? Background.

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Startup Experience: A Must for Every Young Professional

Tom Spencer

However, what my undergraduate business program failed to emphasize was the often-overlooked world of startups —particularly small businesses that operate outside the spotlight of household brand names or well-funded tech giants such as Uber or Airbnb.

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Top 10 Consulting Firms in the Middle East

Management Consulted

Bain’s major industries of importance in the Middle East include Airlines & Transportation, Media, Mining, Oil & Gas, Retail, Private Equity, Social & Public Sector, Technology, Telecommunications, Utilities and Alternative energy (the oil will run out one day!). in revenue (wow!). Bain & Company.

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Front-Line To C-Suite | Inside The Heart and Mind of Former Disney COO and Experience Steward Jim MacPhee

Consulting Matters

Today, I'm chatting with one of my favorite executives of all time, Jim MacPhee, recently retired Chief Operating Officer and self-proclaimed Experience Steward for Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. In January 2018, Jim was promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer/Senior Vice President, Walt Disney World® Resort.

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Sustainable Supply Chains Reduce Environmental Footprint

Tom Spencer

For example, Adidas has launched initiatives to produce shoes from ocean plastic waste , turning a pollutant into a valuable consumer product. Companies are implementing various strategies to minimize waste production, from the design phase, lean manufacturing techniques, to end-of-life management.

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Distributing Products Within the United States: Essential Strategies for Success

Business Consulting Agency

This guide explores the essential strategies for distributing products within the United States, covering the different distribution channels, logistical considerations, and how to optimize processes for cost-efficiency and market reach. For example, products that perform well on the East Coast may face different demand on the West Coast.

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Career Launchpad: The value of joining an MBB Firm

Tom Spencer

My career path has taken me through consulting, joining a startup and becoming an operator, and then returning to consulting at an MBB firm. I wanted to dive deep into the transportation industry and build my expertise and network there. Why choose an MBB consulting firm? Three main reasons.