Controlling your own success: How strategic and operational controls can dictate new venture performance

Abstract

Purpose

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

Design/methodology/approach

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

Findings

By looking at 83 new ventures in China, Lin et al. (2017) have been able to distinguish the issues that typically interrupt the performance of new ventures between investors and investees. The purpose of this research is to help mitigate those difficulties, and aid the integration of investors, management, and investees, with the aim of boosting the performance of new ventures.

Practical implications

The paper 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

(2017), "Controlling your own success: How strategic and operational controls can dictate new venture performance", Strategic Direction, Vol. 33 No. 10, pp. 26-28. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-07-2017-0115