... getting their internal houses in order, reorganizing, slimmingdown, cutting their way to prosperity (perhaps in their view), and putting somewhat less emphasis on modifying products and services ... operations while investing in the innovation requiredto remain vital into the future. In fact, according to the RandomHouse Dictionary (Dictionary.com, 2009), the second definition ofvitality is ... of thinking globally, appreciating cultural diversity,building partnerships and alliances, and sharing leadership. It isabout maximizing the potential that lies in each and every locationthat...