Discussion Post
1. Considering the Strategy Formation process and components, for your own service line/department (or one that you are familiar with), what strategy formation would you consider most challenging to accomplish?
2. Select a service line within your individual organization. Identify and discuss the alternative strategic options to consider. As you consider the strategic options, discuss the process of evaluating strategic alternatives.
3. Read Out of their comfort zone: Dialysis provider DaVita needs to integrate big physician practice to move toward integrated care.
Evaluate the DaVita/Healthcare Partners acquisition. Identify the overall strategy of this acquisition. Discuss the short and long-term strategy, and identify strategic options.
4. What do you think changes first, strategy or structure? After formulating your answer and making your case, argue the opposite position.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.