{"id":8974,"date":"2022-11-15T12:23:51","date_gmt":"2022-11-15T10:23:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/?p=8974"},"modified":"2023-02-22T13:16:08","modified_gmt":"2023-02-22T11:16:08","slug":"how-to-navigate-business-amid-soaring-geopolitical-risk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/choose-to-lead\/how-to-navigate-business-amid-soaring-geopolitical-risk\/","title":{"rendered":"How to navigate business amid soaring geopolitical risk"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>From Russia\u2019s assault on Ukraine to the decoupling of the US and China, multinational corporations are tackling volatile scenarios around the globe, which are shaping the environment in which businesses operate. Over the past few years, geopolitical events have underscored how vulnerable global trade is to unexpected shocks. Covid-19 grounded global travel and upended supply chains. The Ukraine war severed the West\u2019s economic ties with Russia. And companies must now confront Chinese tensions in Taiwan, a major supplier of crucial components such as semiconductors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the managers of these businesses, the need to respond to shifting global realities which go far beyond their core markets is becoming increasingly evident<\/strong>. Indeed, it is a commercial imperative. But for those who are not geopolitical analysts, how do you even begin to understand global volatility, let alone tame it?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To provide guidance on an increasingly chaotic world, we have spoken with<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/escp.eu\/coeurderoy-regis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">R\u00e9gis Coeurderoy<\/a>, professor in strategic management and innovation at ESCP\u2019s Paris campus, and <a href=\"https:\/\/escp.eu\/schmid-stefan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stefan Schmid<\/a>, who heads the Chair of International Management and Strategic Management at the Berlin campus, who outlined several key geopolitical competencies for business leaders, alongside more traditional skills.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Chief executives need to enlarge the scope of their mission or purpose. It\u2019s not just a question of economic performance anymore, but about social and environmental impact.<\/p>\n<cite>R\u00e9gis Coeurderoy<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/regis_coeurderoy_1_500.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8979\" width=\"392\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/regis_coeurderoy_1_500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/regis_coeurderoy_1_500-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/regis_coeurderoy_1_500-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/regis_coeurderoy_1_500-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 392px) 100vw, 392px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Grasping the link between business and politics&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, as Coeurderoy tells us from the start, there is no simple framework to help executives assess and respond to complex world events. But there is no doubt that managers must underline the link between business and politics. As Schmid points out: \u201cPolitics has always been at the centre of interest, but the war between Ukraine and Russia, and the simmering tensions between the US and China, have shown us how the business reality can shift rapidly if political situations change. <strong>Without considering the political environment, you cannot be successful in business<\/strong>.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To do so, Coeurderoy recommends taking a historical perspective and making a comparison. Our expert says that political change, including the collapse of communism, fuelled an era of hyper-globalisation over the past three decades, but political and social forces are threatening to unravel the network of global economic ties:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe fall of the Soviet Union resurfaced old sources of uncertainty for businesses. For three decades, companies operated under the assumption that the world is flat \u2014 the global playing field was being levelled to include contributions from not just industrialised western nations, but rising powers in the east, including China and India. But Russia\u2019s invasion of Ukraine has reintroduced volatility, requiring that business leaders redevelop their geopolitical capabilities.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To do that, he suggests that managers take the following three steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Regularly assess the company\u2019s geographic dispersion of assets.<\/strong> \u201cExecutives need to be sure they are not too politically exposed and they must have a portfolio approach to mitigate risks,\u201d says Coeurderoy. He cites the example of Volkswagen, the German carmaker that makes half its profits from China (the world\u2019s largest consumer market as well as factory floor). That would leave the company exposed should Russia\u2019s invasion of Ukraine generate a strong backlash against China, underlining the case for diversification.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Systematically evaluate the societal consequences of your investments across the world.<\/strong> This will reduce the risk of a public backlash. \u201cThis is particularly true with the current period of introduction of new platform business models, which deeply transform the labour market and sometimes environmental conditions,\u201d our expert says, citing the car-hailing app Uber, which drove the \u201cgig economy\u201d of freelance contractors, while also facing claims its drivers are increasing climate emissions and traffic congestion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Continuously manage the multi-dimensional aspects of corporate reputation.<\/strong> \u201cIn a society of information, with huge quantities and fast diffusion of information, multinational enterprises may be exposed to a number of claims from multiple origins with strong damaging effects,\u201d says Coeurderoy, pointing to the backlash that retail giant H&amp;M faced in China after they expressed concern about the alleged use of Uighur forced labour.<strong> <\/strong>But our expert likes to remind us that multinationals can use social media tools and increased digital transparency to spread a more positive message. Outdoor clothing retailer Patagonia, for instance, has committed its profits to environmental change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take all stakeholders into account&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While considering these three points, keep in mind that companies are being called upon to tackle societal issues, which shape politics, but which are far outside the traditional scope of their core markets. \u201c<strong>Companies have an opportunity and a responsibility to have a more proactive role in responding to issues such as climate change<\/strong>,\u201d Coeurderoy says. \u201cBusiness can have a major impact on different economic and social problems.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, globalisation drove multinational companies to offshore production to cheaper overseas locations, creating an intricate web of cross-border supply chains. But he says corporations now face calls to bring production back closer to home, to ensure security of supply and also tackle environmental degradation: \u201cChief executives need to enlarge the scope of their mission or purpose. It\u2019s not just a question of economic performance anymore, but about social and environmental impact. They should take this into account when making decisions.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Without considering the political environment, you cannot be successful in business.<\/p>\n<cite>Stefan Schmid<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/stefan-schmid_escp_europe_2200pxl-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/stefan-schmid_escp_europe_2200pxl-edited.jpg 600w, https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/stefan-schmid_escp_europe_2200pxl-edited-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/stefan-schmid_escp_europe_2200pxl-edited-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/wp-content\/uploads\/stefan-schmid_escp_europe_2200pxl-edited-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing for the unknown&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Effective scenario planning will also be key in navigating a world of geopolitical tensions. Schmid recommends that you map out the key risks and plan for contingencies: \u201cManagers are well advised to not forget that every business plan can become obsolete if the political situation changes in a dramatic way. This means they need to plan for and be prepared for different scenarios.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that said, our expert insists that <strong>companies should be keeping their long-term plans flexible enough to account for the unknown<\/strong>. \u201cChanging your plans, being agile and adapting to new needs is more and more important \u2014 and that is why having five and 10 year strategies, and rigidly sticking to them, will be increasingly difficult. Firms need a framework within which they can operate, but there must be adequate in-built flexibility.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that executives, who have not traditionally been trained in geopolitical analysis at business school, may need to rely on external expertise to fully grasp the shifting political realities that are shaping their markets. As Schmid says: \u201cThey need the right eyes and ears on the ground to see all the different ways a situation may play out. The key would be to absorb the right knowledge to help you make informed decisions. This means, for instance, having experts in geopolitics on the board, or relying on consultants who are not just specialists in business and management, and who can broaden your horizon.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, if you wish to navigate geopolitics, Schmid says you must understand that <strong>the commercial sector is not merely reacting to the external environment; it is shaping it too<\/strong>.<strong> <\/strong>\u201cIt works both ways: businesses have always influenced society and been political actors. That is something which will only increase as companies are called on to fill the void left by governments and help make the world a more sustainable place. Businesses should see their role in society and geopolitics not only as a threat; they can also identify opportunities and influence their environment. In either case, they must remember that they will never make a decision in a vacuum.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We talked to ESCP Profs R\u00e9gis Coeurderoy and Stefan Schmid to understand how business leaders can navigate this increasingly uncertain geopolitical climate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8976,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[42,16],"class_list":["post-8974","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-choose-to-lead","tag-leadership","tag-strategy","category-13","description-off"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to navigate business amid soaring geopolitical risk - The Choice by ESCP<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"We talked to ESCP Profs R\u00e9gis Coeurderoy and Stefan Schmid to understand how business leaders can navigate this increasingly uncertain geopolitical climate.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/escp.eu\/thechoice\/choose-to-lead\/how-to-navigate-business-amid-soaring-geopolitical-risk\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_GB\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How to navigate business amid soaring geopolitical risk - 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