David, F. R. (2011). Strategic management: Concepts and cases (13th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

1) Most companies have stated values, a mission and a vision statement along with objectives. Does a company need all three? Explain why or why not.

Your response should be at least 150 words in length.

2) Identify at least three ways that company culture impacts the strategic plan. Provide one example using a company with a distinctive culture.

Your response should be at least 150 words in length.

3) Discuss the importance of the implementation phase of strategic management. Support your answer with at least two examples and detail where applicable.

Your response should be at least 150 words in length.