Background Information

Identifying one to three factors of current success can help validate continuing existing organizational strategy. Likewise, it may suggest a change. The connection between critical success factors of an organization and its strategic direction is crucial in making sure that organizational plans, activities, culture, and resources are aligned for success.

1. Continue work on your Organization Case Study.
2. Installment Three of your organization case study should include the following:
   1. In your view, what are the critical success factors for the organization, and what, therefore, are the current key business decisions which should be addressed?
   2. What role does the changing demographic scene play in the organization's relationship with its stakeholders? Does this changing scene demand modification of the strategic direction, and if so, how is this redirection being addressed?
   3. What do you believe is the appropriate strategic direction for the organization?