Leading from the Front Lines: Microsoft's partnership initiative offers spin‐offs with benefits that go beyond the organization's bottom line

Abstract

Purpose

This article aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

The briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

The human qualities that make for good leaders do not change, but the skills which they will need in a constantly evolving business climate are not set in stone.

Practical implications

Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.

Citation

(2011), "Leading from the Front Lines: Microsoft's partnership initiative offers spin‐offs with benefits that go beyond the organization's bottom line", Strategic Direction, Vol. 27 No. 11, pp. 16-18. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580541111177511