Organism
Squirrel
TL;DR
Squirrels appear briefly but pointedly in this introduction as examples of sophisticated resource allocation under uncertainty.
Squirrels appear briefly but pointedly in this introduction as examples of sophisticated resource allocation under uncertainty. The author notes that squirrels manage resource allocation every autumn without spreadsheets - a gentle jab at the complexity business adds to problems organisms solve naturally.
The squirrel example supports the book's core thesis: every strategic challenge businesses face, some organism solved millions of years ago.
Notable Traits of Squirrel
- Caches food for winter
- Manages resource allocation under uncertainty