Among the first things that you will do when you decide to shed weight would be to set a target weight. For many, that goal will be their 'ideal weight', but for many, that 'ideal weight' may be precisely the wrong weight for them to be aiming for.Years of dieting or being overweight have the physiological effect of shifting the body's idea of the 'ideal weight' from what is truly considered ideal. The 'set point' is the weight where your body...more
What is Strategic Thinking?strategic thinking is the process of developing and evaluating every decision and action in light of current and future circumstances, the direction you want to go in and the results you want to achieve. It involves being able to apply possibility thinking to every situation. It is not about doing "business as usual" but rather pushing the envelope to see what can be done smarter and what else can be done...more
What is Systems Thinking?System theory is a conceptual framework that helps us to understand ourselves and our environment. A system is a set of objects that have certain attributes, together with the relationship between the objects. Every system is, in turn, also a part of an environment (simply a larger system). A simple truth is that to think systemically is to understand that you are an interrelated, dependent part of all the larger systems within which you exist and operate. Our actions need to focus on all the related pieces of the system.What is Strategic Alignment?Alignment is the adjustment of an object in relation to other objects so that the arrangement can lead to the optimizing of a position or the relationship between the objects or parts. With strategic alignment, it is possible to hopefully improve performance results and gain a competitive advantage. Aligning the organization to the external environment requires forethought and taking proactive actions. Aligning employees' performance to the strategic direction requires leadership and monitoring. Aligning different functions and resources across the organization requires integration and diplomatic...more
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (OVTI) - Financial and Strategic Analysis ReviewOmniVision Technologies, Inc. (OmniVision) is a US based company, engaged in developing and manufacturing image-sensor devices. The company offers CameraChip and module solutions. These solutions find applications in a wide range of areas and devices including...more
ON Semiconductor Corporation (ONNN) - Financial and Strategic Analysis ReviewON Semiconductor Corporation (ON Semiconductor) is a semiconductor manufacturing company. It is primarily engaged in the business of designing, manufacturing and marketing a vast array of semiconductor electronic components and products. The companys products are mainly...more
OneSteel Limited (OST) - Financial and Strategic Analysis ReviewOneSteel Limited (OneSteel) is an Australia-based company that is engaged in the manufacture and distribution of steel and finished steel products. The companys integrated business model starts from mining the iron ore, then collecting and supplying steel making raw materials and ends with the manufacture, then distribution of steel and finished steel products in Australia and other countries. OneSteel makes structural rail, rod, bar, wire and pipe and tube products, apart from sheet and coil, piping systems, plate and aluminium products.This comprehensive SWOT profile of OneSteel Limited provides you an in-depth strategic analysis of the companys businesses and operations. The profile has been compiled to bring to you a clear and an unbiased view of the companys key strengths and weaknesses and the potential opportunities and threats. The profile helps you formulate strategies that augment your business by enabling you to understand your partners, customers and competitors better.This company report forms part of the Profile on Demand service, covering over 50,000 of the worlds leading companies. Once purchased, the...more
ONOKEN CO., LTD. (7414) - Financial and Strategic Analysis ReviewOnoken Co., Ltd. (Onoken Co.) is engaged in the business of construction materials. Its product portfolio comprises of varied types of steel plates, steel shapes, steel bars, and...more
Comstar-United TeleSystems OJSC (Comstar) is a telecommunication service company. The company is primarily engaged in providing fixed line telecommunication service which includes virtual private circuits and networks, data transfer and leased...more
OAO Pharmacy Chain 36.6 (APTK) - Financial and Strategic Analysis ReviewOAO Pharmacy Chain 36.6 (Pharmacy Chain) is one of the largest pharmaceutical retailers in Russia. It is engaged in offering a variety of good quality affordable health and...more
Topsil Semiconductor Materials A/S (Topsil) is engaged in producing and supplying float-zone (FZ) silicon to both semiconductor and solar cell industries. Topsil also produces and supplies Czochralski (CZ) silicon for a wide range of applications,...more
Alpiq Holding AG (Alpiq Holding) is one of the leading energy services providers in Europe. It is a merger of Atel Holding Ltd and EOS S.A. The company principally engages in generating, trading and marketing electricity. It also offers a broad range...more
VERBIO Vereinigte BioEnergie AG (VERBIO Vereinigte) is engaged in the production and distribution of bio-fuels in Europe. The company offers bio-ethanol, bio-diesel products, animal feed and pharmaglycerin. The company also provides plant engineering...more