think: act CONTENT

Talking about organizations

think: act CONTENT (in Dutch), 2010

Healthcare in the Netherlands is facing a massive change towards performance-based funding and government deregulation …  >>

Regarding procurement, less is more – sometimes

think: act CONTENT, 2010

In recent months, companies around the world have been experiencing significant changes in how they manage their procurement …  >>

Talent management

think: act CONTENT (in German), 2010

The economic crisis appears to be slowly dissipating. But one problem remains, namely the lack of qualified people …  >>

think: act CONTENT, 2010

The global financial crisis broke out in late 2008. Thanks to a relatively insulated banking system, Chinese banks have largely avoided the global turmoil and have achieved fast asset growth and sound profitability in 2009 …  >>

think: act CONTENT, 2010

Trend shifts have become the norm. Traditional strategic planning has reached its limits. The new edition of think:act content on "Scenario Planning" finds answers on how to build strategies in increasingly complex environments …  >>

think: act CONTENT (in German), 2010

For the year 2010, the prospects for recovery have improved considerably. Our CEO said, "We have identified seven key criteria that determine which scenario is the most likely – and indicators in almost all areas point to a rapid economic recovery." …  >>

think: act CONTENT, 2010

A new think:act CONTENT says how diseases, medicine and health care are changing worldwide – and what we should do …  >>

think: act CONTENT, 2009

The crisis is a time for rethinking and offers new opportunities for innovation. Roland Berger Strategy Consultants has identified eight keys to success for research and development management in the current climate …  >>

think: act CONTENT, 2009

The latest study by Roland Berger reveals four trends:
1. Centralization is on the rise
2. The importance of outsourcing is waning
3. More companies are using shared services
4. Confusion often reigns regarding the roles played by different functions …  >>

think: act CONTENT, 2009

In November 2008, we were bold enough to present three scenarios for the economic crisis and offer our assessment of how developments would unfold. Now we have decided to revisit our three scenarios from last year and bring them up to date. …  >>

think: act CONTENT, 2009

As the biggest U.S. debt holder and the second-largest economy in the world, China is facing a daunting reality …  >>

think: act CONTENT Special, 2008

The current crisis on the international financial markets has in recent weeks led governments, central banks and businesses to take action that would have seemed unthinkable even a short while ago. What can we expect next? …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 14, 2008

Growing while improving operating efficiency – One of management's biggest challenges (German version only) …  (PDF, 788 KB)

think: act CONTENT no. 13, 2008

In a globalized economy where wage disparities have seen jobs relocate from Berlin to Bangalore, many have lost faith in the future of employment in developed economies. …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 12, 2008

It seems as if the bad news never stops: As central banks inject billions into the markets to offset a liquidity crisis, banking giants are facing daily depreciations. …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 11, 2008

Companies must create a holistic global footprint that respects new principles of sustainability and is backed by strong corporate ethics. Otherwise they will have difficulty competing in a market in which low cost is no longer the solution to every problem. A seismic shift is occurring – values are actually driving value creation …  >>

think: act Content No. 10, 2007

European companies have developed an excellent feel for how to select, acquire and integrate other firms. But what are the factors that drive successful M&As? …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 9, 2007

Brand management and marketing strategy are particularly successful when the strategy is integrated and practical. Each step must be designed in the same "language" and should be from one source …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 8, 2007

This issue focuses on reaping the benefits of the digital economy …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 7, 2007

Stronger involvement in Japan is more attractive than ever. Yet the road to successful mergers and acquisitions remains full of pitfalls. Get more facts and figures here …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 5, 2006

EU accession is creating fresh momentum in Southeastern Europe. A window of opportunity is opening for foreign investors. Have a look from our perspective …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 4, 2006

Questions on reinventing corporate headquarters are discussed in this issue …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 3, 2006

The economic trajectory of the largest country in Latin America differs fundamentally from that of other emerging economies. Read about growth, Brazilian style …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 2, 2006

This special edition of our client magazine focuses on dealing with the boom in the Gulf region …  >>

think: act CONTENT no. 1, 2006

The focus of the Chinese government has shifted from pushing"growth at all costs" to building a sustainable and balanced economy …  >>