Strategic Intelligence & Value Chain Management May 20, 2007
Posted by admin in : Business Intelligence, Strategic Planning , add a commentThe value chain is a business management concept that was first explained and made popular by Michael Porter.
The value chain classifies the generic value-adding activities of an organization. The “primary activities” include: inbound logistics, operations (production), outbound logistics, marketing and sales, and services (maintenance). The “support activities” include: administrative infrastructure management, human resource management, Research & Development, and procurement. The costs and value drivers are identified for each value activity.
Strategic Insights Launches The Next Generation of Competitive Intelligence May 7, 2007
Posted by admin in : In The News , add a commentStrategic Insights is a global enterprise intelligence consulting firm that helps companies use intelligence to protect their business against financial loss, maintain a competitive advantage,establish best practices and identify strategic opportunities.
Recent highprofile cases involving questionable factfinding techniques performed in the name of competitive intelligence have made board members and executives wary of its use as an effective business tool. According to Strategic Insights, companies that rely strictly on traditional competitive intelligence to protect their leadership position could be putting billions of dollars at risk. (more…)