We don't implement strategy directly, we implement strategy through a series of tactical plans. These tactical plans, when taken together, constitute the strategy we have created. The American culture actually encourages us to be strategic in homely ways through the sayings we teach our children.
Information is key to strategy.
Without information there is no rational way to chart the course of future events. Without this ability we cannot be proactive and strategic. Research begats information. Information makes strategy possible. Strategy breeds success.