1st Edition

Responsible Strategic Thinking for Business and Society A Practical Guide

Edited By Olivia Ramsbottom Copyright 2026
278 Pages 29 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

278 Pages 29 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

278 Pages 29 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This exciting new text investigates the true essence of strategic thinking, and explores the need for alternative, responsible approaches in a complex global environment. Existing definitions of strategy and strategic management and leadership are examined, challenging previous ways of thinking that no longer relate to the way private, public and third sector organisations operate. Enriched by... Read more

1. Defining Strategic Thinking 

Olivia Ramsbottom

2. The Complements to Strategic Thinking 

Olivia Ramsbottom

3. The Strategic Thinker's Guide to Politics 

Peter Wells

4. Engaging with the Plurality of Economics for Integrated Strategic Thinking 

Nichola Williams and Drew Woodhouse

5. Re-examining Economic Responsibility 

Olivia Ramsbottom and Anne Wylie

6. Strategic Thinking's Relationship with Society 

Marc Duffy, Jules O'dor and Jo Watts

7. Technology's Influence on Strategic Thinking 

Nick Lawrence and Helen Pollard

8. Legal Responsibilities 

Marc Duffy, Jules O'dor, Olivia Ramsbottom and Jo Watts

9. Embedding the Environment in Strategic Thinking 

Caroline Linhares and Jo Watts

10. A Systems View Toolkit for Strategic Thinking 

Olivia Ramsbottom

Biography

Olivia Ramsbottom is a Senior Lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University, UK, who specialises in strategic thinking. With 16 years of managerial experience, a PhD, MSc, and teaching qualifications, she focuses on creating teaching tools for professionals, emphasising the practical application of theories to embed knowledge effectively.

"This is a timely text that provides an overview of current practices and sets out an ambitious roadmap for the future. Drawing upon inspirational examples from different sectors, it will be of equal value in the classroom and the boardroom."

Laura Steele, PhD, Reader of Business Ethics and Sustainability Education, Queen's Business School, UK