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Practical thoughts on strategy, projects and getting results.
A fresh pair of eyes helps you grow
A fresh pair of eyes – Image by Freepik A fresh pair of eyes – how it helps me Each year I get to hear about great ideas being implemented around the world. And I get to ask the people who lead those initiatives any…
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Project success vs organisational success
Success – image by Freepik Projects implement strategic change. If a project meets its goals (succeeds) then the organisation meets its goals (succeeds). Right? Well maybe. Let’s take a closer look at success, value,…
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What is a feasibility study?
Feasibility study Image credit: wayhomestudio on freepik A feasibility study is an early examination of the merits of an idea, proposal or project. It looks at whether or not it can be done, its likelihood of success…
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Back office key to delivering strategy
The back office is key to delivering strategy. Operational excellence is a deliberate state created by people, processes and systems aligned to create value. It doesn’t happen by accident. We know that making back…
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Budgets are strategic tools so pruning is better than slashing
Pruning & shaping Credit: garetsvisual on Freepik Budgets are strategic tools – they allocate resources to strategic priorities. Pruning and shaping spending is better than slashing and burning. It is easy to cut costs…
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Collaboration drives strategic success
Source: istockphoto.com Thinking Team Concept as an inclusive business success metaphor for creative teamwork and diversity strategy with 3D illustration elements. Some ideas bear repeating to get the message across.…
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The Power of Cross-Functional Collaboration for Strategic Success
Image by Freepik We cannot underestimate the power of collaboration and cross-functional alignment when implementing strategy. Nobody succeeds alone. The world has become far too interrelated and complex for individuals…
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Why a Data Strategy is good business
All organisations need a strategy to achieve and maintain a sustainable competitive advantage. Data collection, analysis, and derivation of insights is critical to creating value, and thus critical to strategy. There…
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