Multinational corporations (MNCs) in emerging markets are placing strategic decision-making power in their regional and country leaders’ hands. Despite having good access to the front lines, leaders lack the tools and data to ensure that their strategy is resilient in…
Podcast: Global Strategic Planning with Expert Advisor, Jeff McLean
Listen as FSG CEO Rich Leggett moderates a discussion on strategic planning with FSG’s expert advisor, Jeff McLean. Topics covered include economic health of China and the ASEAN community, as well as strategic workforce planning in the region. The full…
Be Aware of the Risk of Sudden Deceleration in China
FSG expects China’s GDP growth rate to be worse than the consensus forecast of 8.1% in 2013. Weaker-than-expected data in Q1 suggests the state of the Chinese economy is even weaker than the official number suggested, prompting concern of a…
Truly Understanding ASEAN: Country-Level Analysis Not Enough
Continuing the discussion from my previous post on ASEAN strategy, here are some additional points to consider: 1. Country-Level Analysis Not Enough: a. As the region matures and companies increase their focus on it, executives need to conduct in-depth provincial…
Letters from Africa: Doing Business On-the-Ground
Currently on a research trip to South Africa and Angola meeting FSG clients and other international and local companies, I wanted to take a moment to share my latest insights: Today I spoke to a seasoned and very impressive South African…
Adopt a Regional Mindset with a Country-Level Focus for ASEAN Strategy
The rise of the Southeast Asian (SEA) region is unquestionable, with the majority of the regional executives increasing their focus towards the region, not only due to the robust increase in demand but also its attractiveness as a potential manufacturing…
Strengthen Your Leadership Bench in China
Leadership constraint has been constantly identified as a top business challenge multinationals face in China. Rapid growth over the last twenty years has created a huge imbalance in demand and supply of experienced managers and leaders. Shortage of managerial talent…