Strategy At Novartis: Culture Change As The 'How' Behind The 'What'

If strategic planning is a necessary hedge against the drawn-out, asset-draining product cycles of today’s big pharma enterprise, then what is the secret of doing it well? In Vivo looks for answers in a conversation with Novartis strategy lead Stephen Moran.

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Stephen Moran, Global Head of Strategy for Novartis • Source: Novartis AG

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