Chessboard and the Web: Strategies of Connection in a Networked World

Anne-Marie Slaughter, a renowned foreign-policy expert, introduces a new paradigm for strategy in the twenty-first century by applying network theory to develop a set of strategies for the post-Cold War world. She argues that we must learn to understand, shape, and build on connections, as many situations demand a more holistic approach than traditional competitive relationships.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2018
Publisher: Yale University Press

In the 1961 publication "The Strategy of Conflict," renowned foreign policy expert Thomas Schelling employed game theory to fundamentally transform the U.S.-Soviet relationship and establish the framework for international relations throughout the Cold War. Fast forward to the present day, and Anne-Marie Slaughter, a prominent figure in the field of foreign policy, has taken up the challenge of developing a fresh set of strategies for the post-Cold War world. Recognized as one of Foreign Policy's Top 100 Global Thinkers from 2009 to 2012 and the first woman to serve as director of the State Department Office of Policy Planning, Slaughter now applies network theory to craft a novel approach to strategy. While traditional competitive relationships, such as those between the U.S. and Iran, still exist, many other situations necessitate a shift in perspective. We must learn to examine not individual entities but their interconnectedness. By understanding, shaping, and leveraging these connections, we can develop innovative strategies that transcend traditional frameworks.

Concise and accessible, this book is grounded in real-world situations and employs a lucid understanding of network science. It offers a clear taxonomy of strategies that will be invaluable to anyone seeking a new way to approach strategy in politics or business. With its insightful analysis and practical insights, "The Strategy of Connection" is poised to become a go-to resource for policymakers, business leaders, and scholars alike.

Weight: 330g
Dimension: 203 x 132 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780300234664