Friday, March 26, 2010

Blue ocean vs Green Ocean

Technologies have accelerated the "cloning" effect in the business environment. How does one sustain themselves in this rapid "Me Too" landscape? Blue oceans inevitably turn red; how many wars must you win and how many battles can you handle?

The Green Ocean strategy involves creating an ecosystem within the organization. Each department should integrate artificial intelligence systems to manage and sustain themselves, akin to the self-regulating ecology of a Green Lake.

Companies collapse due to outdated structures that rely heavily on centralized control from top-level management. A single ill-considered decision can fatally disrupt business operations.

Attempting to model new innovative directions within existing organizations often remains a myth, even with supposedly foolproof matrices. It's akin to testing new drugs with high hopes and crossed fingers.

Natural forces inevitably take their toll (cost). Over time, humanity autonomously develops new cultures and life patterns, leading to evolutionary needs. Organizations must anticipate these changes with robust monitoring systems at every touchpoint.

Neglecting to address evolving needs accumulates into an invisible gap that can derail companies. The crucial link that organizations should focus on is bridging the gap between external and internal individual units.

Despite abundant data and market intelligence, many companies are overwhelmed and unable to discern... (to be continued