Business phrases like "due diligence" and "leverage" are common and well-known, but some newer ones, like forward integration, can be unfamiliar. The forward integration definition shared on ...

Discover when outsourcing beats vertical integration in reducing costs and boosting efficiency. Learn which strategy aligns ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

A version of this article appeared in the Autumn 2015 issue of strategy+business. “Owning the value chain” was a favorite strategy in the early part of last century. Companies sought advantage by ...

There are various facets of any venture. As my business gains traction, like many entrepreneurs, I find myself at a crossroads questioning if vertical integration is the logical next step for my ...

As 2015 comes to an end rapidly, the key question becomes what the next year will bring. Last year around this time, in my blog “The Next Big Shift In Verification”, I talked about software-driven ...

Employing versatile strategies is critical for your business to remain profitable and competitive in the poultry industry. The ability to produce and market high volumes of poultry products at lower ...

Vertical integration allows health organizations to coordinate care seamlessly. When hospitals, primary care providers, specialists, and pharmacies operate within a unified network, information flows ...