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The Olympics as a Story of Risk Management

Harvard Business Review

In the run-up to the London 2012 Olympics, for example, the global financial crisis caused private developers for the Olympic Village project to withdraw, requiring a refinancing package backed by government. Ensuring readiness for Games-time (in Olympic-speak) now involves strategic pre-emption through stress-testing and scenario planning.

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Navigating the Complexities of Doing Business in Russia

Harvard Business Review

We also hear from clients that more government projects are being eliminated, reducing opportunities for companies hoping to sell to the government. These can be laid out in scenario plans with specific mitigation actions assigned to help businesses react quickly if necessary. further sanctions, oil price drop, protests, etc.)

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4 Strategies for Women Navigating Office Politics

Harvard Business Review

Gail was in her fifth year at a large finance firm when she recognized a disconcerting pattern. An intrepid energy industry executive we know takes a novel, planning-based approach to managing politics, and we’ve taught the same method to many female executives over the years. Get yourself an agent.