Chapter 7. Engage the Enemy
The superior militarist strikes while schemes are being laid. The next best is to attack alliances. The next best is to attack the army. The lowest is to attack a city. Siege a city only as a last resort. | ||
| --Sun Tzu | ||
Executive Summary
To engage and prevail in battle requires the alignment of key factors. This chapter examines the following such factors.
Solid preparation
Skill assessment
Creation of “invincibility” in oneself and one’s organization
Discovery of the vulnerability of one’s adversary
Understanding of the battle equation
The judicious application of force against weakness.
Preparations
You have taken the time to establish ...
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