The odds of finding the hidden breakthrough changes increase greatly by covering all the possibilities we can see. As an added bonus the very synergism of continuous improvement justifies its validity as a strategy. By fixing many small things big things improve. How to improve on strengths is an integral part of any successful complex systems management strategy. To manage complexity a big picture perspective is necessary at all times.
Managers have to be constantly looking at that stream.
Not only do things change quickly but opportunities come and go just as fast. A weak strategy will go in circles without direction as resources and opportunities are lost forever. Once the big picture and continuous improvement are in place two 'execution' methodologies are helpful. The first is an Action Plan or a continuous improvement plan. All improvements are coordinated in an overall plan that monitors important indicators or 'key drivers' of the business.