A simplified and synthesized version of core management principles‎,‎ this book helps in looking at the existing dilemma of a disconnect between management theory and actual practice‎.‎ It delves into the notion of ‎'‎value‎'‎ creation cycle in an enterprise in relation to the competition and the importance to stay ahead on this curve vis‎-a‎-vis the competition‎.‎ In its pursuit of success‎,‎ an organization needs to acquire the power of anticipation and simultaneously invest in timely reaction‎,‎ availability of resources‎,‎ analysis‎,‎ adequate funding/finance‎,‎ capable human resources and appropriate and available information‎.‎ A discussion on these significant catalysts develops through the course of this book‎.‎ It culminates with the requirement of good decisions to translate into good implementation‎.‎ By drawing upon the author‎'‎s extensive experience in academia and industry‎,‎ the book uniquely intertwines theory with practice to join the dots across disparate business management concepts‎.‎