The new science of strategy execution : how established firms become fast, sleek wealth creators / William R. Bigler, Jr. ; with Marilyn Norris.

Includes bibliographical references (pages [183]-188) and index.

Pt. I. The New Science of Strategy Execution -- 1. How Established Firms Become Fast, Sleek Wealth Creators -- 2. The Foundations of the New Science of Strategy Execution -- 3. Market Rhythms and the 10 S's of the New Economy -- Pt. II. The Five Key Aspects of the New Science -- 4. Initiative Management for Growth and Innovation -- 5. Aligning Processes with Market Rhythms -- 6. The Journey to Growth and Continuous Improvement -- 7. The Dynamic Laws of Competition and Timing of Competitive Thrusts -- 8. The Laws of Ripple Effects and Change -- Pt. III. Program Management and Measurement -- 9. Putting It All Together to Drive Market Value -- 10. The New Science and Product Line Innovation -- 11. A Look Back and a Look Ahead -- App. 1. Customer Research Approach to Estimating Buying Cycles and Market Rhythms -- App. 2. Managing Ripple Effects by Assessing the Eleven Modules of Business Performance -- App. 3. Using the Eleven Modules of Business Performance for Dynamic Strategic Planning and Execution: A Case Study -- App. 4. A Mini-Diagnostic Survey: Assessing Your Company's Track Record in Initiative Management and Innovation and Growth Strategies.