What is the evolution of strategic thinking?

Then the evolution of strategic thinking is briefly described from the early 1940s until the present, covering budgeting method, forecasting, long-range planning, strategic planning, strategic conflict approach, resource-based perspective, and multiple perspectives.

https://vuir.vu.edu.au/19416/1/Basel_Shahin.pdf

What is strategic thinking and/or planning?

In simple terms, strategic thinking and/or planning consists of three phases that identify and clarify: 1) where we are now; 2) where we want to be; and 3) how we will get there. Six common components include: 1) tools for analysis; 2) strategic purpose; 3) values; 4) vision; 5) key goals; and 6) action planning.

http://training.hr.ufl.edu/resources/LeadershipToolkit/job_aids/strategic_thinking.pdf

What are the results of a strategic planning exercise?

14) states that one of the results of a strategic planning exercise is the production of a planning document. A second result is that those involved in the planning exercise gain a strong appreciation of the organisation, its strengths, opportunities, alternatives, vision and so forth. The plan is not always seen as the most valuable output.

https://vuir.vu.edu.au/19416/1/Basel_Shahin.pdf

How does the implementation of a strategic plan affect the performance?

The performance of an organisation in consequence of the implementation of a strategic plan is universally seen against the backdrop of the passage of time (Das, 1991).

https://vuir.vu.edu.au/19416/1/Basel_Shahin.pdf