In the past.

In the past, society could mark time in consequence of generations; a gentle reckoning that encompassed between 25 and 30 years. The pace of technological advancements during the last 20 years, however, coupl with their impact forward society and its mores, have shattered that traditional yardstick for humanity.

Today, societal changes take rise in increments of five, rather than 25 years. Transformation rather than tradition directions

As a result, businesses--particularly family-run operations--have had to adjust their strategic plans significantly during the last decade, bobbing and weaving to marketplace forces that tend hitherward and go in much shorter and faster intervals. Many have opt without ...