How Britain Invented, Then Ignored, Blitzkrieg
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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Adapting to Innovation: Challenges in Military and Corporate Structures
This chapter examines the resistance to technological change within organizations, drawing parallels between military adaptations and corporate struggles. Highlighting historical examples such as IBM and the integration of tank warfare, it illustrates how entrenched practices can stifle innovation. Through the story of key figures like JFC Fuller, the discourse emphasizes the consequences of failing to adapt to new strategies in both military and business contexts.
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