In the field of strategic management there is debate regarding the importance of strategic formulation or strategic implementation (or operational effectiveness). Therefore, how can a firm formulate its strategy and subsequent execution methods, are essential research topics for strategic management. This research integrates case study and narration exploration method to study the world’s only successful integration of manufacturing and logistical-retail: Uni-President Enterprise Corp., a leading Taiwanese food corporation. Uni-President Enterprise Corp. approaches an uncertain and dynamic environment by applying simple mathematics to promote execution and achieve its strategic objectives; overturning traditional notions on strategic formulation and implementation. Research results show that Uni-President Enterprise Corp.’s growth trajectory incorporated with the operational effectiveness of simple mathematics has facilitated its ability to become the leading firm in Taiwan’s food industry; showing that firm growth is a combination of strategic formulation and execution.