Real-Time Strategy; Improvising Team-Based Planning for a Fast-Changing World

xv, [3],250, [4] pages. Illustrations. Notes. Index. Lee Tom Perry (born April 29, 1951) is a business professor. He was associate dean of the Marriott School of Management at Brigham Young University (BYU) from 1998 to 2005. Perry holds a doctorate in administration sciences from Yale University and has 30 years of experience as a professor, consultant, administrator, entrepreneur and corporate board member. On July 1, 2013, Perry was appointed dean of the Marriott School of Management at BYU, succeeding Gary C. Cornia. This work provides a compelling new alternative to strategic planning. This innovative concept puts strategic responsibility and strategic tools in the hands of self-directed teams that move together in a common strategic direction. Strategic improvising is faster and less risky and provides more flexible response in an uncertain environment while empowering individuals throughout the organization.