Publications
Commitment, not Choice
During strategy sessions with CEOs, I ask: “How does your company intend to win?” Answers are often surprisingly vague—better service, great people, innovation, quality, relationships. The […]
The Strategic Horizon: Why Strong Leaders See Their Competitive Game Earlier
Introduction Last month, I spoke with the CEO of a Midwest manufacturing client after a routine customer review meeting. By every internal measure, the business looked […]
What the U.S. National Security Strategy Means for Your Business
Introduction The National Security Strategy was published in October 2025 by the National Security Council with fingerprints of Jake Sullivan, the National Security Advisor to the […]
Globalization Meets Politics: When Tariffs Become a Political Tool
Our view of modern globalization assumed that economic integration would gradually soften political rivalry. Trade would deepen interdependence, supply chains would spread efficiency, and, over time, […]
Power Plays: Is Might Right?
Most of you have been following our Scenario map since Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States. We defined the major drivers […]
A Lesson From History: Is There a Breakpoint… ?
Two Kings tried to bend constitutional government to their will — and paid for it. In 1830, France’s Charles X, frustrated by hostile elections and a […]
Beyond the Algorithm: Embedding AI into the Fabric of Your Organization
Industrial leaders have invested billions in AI, including predictive-maintenance twins, intelligent scheduling, and anomaly detection.
The AI-Integrated Operating System How Leaders Stay Relevant—and Indispensable—in an AI World
AI is no longer a “future issue.” It’s here, shaping how companies operate in real time. Predictive analytics are telling us when pipelines will fail before they do.
Update on Strategic Futures in a World of Tariffs: What Executives Must Prepare For…
In May, we initiated a Trump Tariff Scenario project which resulted in many impactful executive meetings and discussions.
Strategic Futures in a World of Tariffs: What Executives Must Prepare For…
Trump’s sweeping tariff announcements have jolted the foundation of global trade. Inflation has surged, supply chains are wobbling, and the old rules no longer apply.
Scenario Planning in the Age of Trump’s Tariffs
In a time of rising tariffs, shifting alliances, and growing unpredictability, businesses must move from static planning to dynamic strategies that build resilience, adaptability, and long-term competitive strength—ensuring they stay ahead, no matter what comes next.
Digital Transformation is a Journey, Not a Destination
Digital transformation in mining integrates technologies like cloud computing, automation, and data analytics to optimize operations, enhance safety, reduce costs, and improve sustainability, driving productivity, efficiency, and long-term resilience.
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