Prior to class, visit the Web site www.theyrule.net. This site provides a convenient way to map out the interlocking boards of directors of U.S. firms. Develop or pick from the various interlock arrangements, print out your example, and bring it to class for discussion. What are the implications of the interlocks you identified for strategy formulation and implementation?

What is provocative about your network structure? How might it affect the formulation and implementation of strategy?