Public Health COVID-19 Case Count in Shanghai Continues to Surge According to various news reports and social media, government officials in Shanghai have issued a series of stern warnings regarding potential violations of the lockdown. New coronavirus (COVID-19) cases have risen to a record 26,330 as of Tuesday, which has rattled the city’s political leadership. Meanwhile, local residents have complained about being separated from their children in the case that either them or their kids test positive, and reports of food and water shortages are continuing to mount. Police have issued statements threatening Shanghai citizens with severe punishment should any individual be caught violating quarantine measures or using forged d...
Weighing in on strategic realignment
WPI’s team was retained by the governing board of a U.S. industry organization to review a decision, reached by vote, to invest significant assets into the development and management of an export trading company. WPI’s team conducted a formal review of this decision and concluded that the current level of market saturation would limit the benefits of the investment. Based on WPI’s analysis and recommended actions, the board subsequently reversed its decision and undertook a strategic planning effort to identify more impactful investments. On behalf of numerous clients, WPI has not only assisted in identifying strategic paths but also advised their implementation.