As I’ve depicted in my Business Operating System model, the innermost core for all phases is the Plan-Do-Study (or Check)-Act cycle, PDSA or PDCA, whichever you prefer, as the differences are subtle. This method is a cornerstone of continuous improvement in business and personal development. When applied correctly, this simple yet powerful framework can drive […]
Operational Execution: When the end is only the beginning Read More »
Governance is the backbone of any organization’s ability to execute consistently. It provides structure, ensures accountability, and mitigates risks. However, excessive governance can lead to bureaucracy and hinder speed and agility in decision-making and progress. There must be a balance! As smaller companies grow, one of the biggest fears is losing the speed of decision-making
Operational Execution: Maintaining control Read More »
Change is a constant in business (and life), yet it remains one of the most challenging aspects of organizational success. Whether implementing new technologies, restructuring teams, or shifting strategic direction, effective change management ensures smooth transitions, employees remain engaged, and the intended benefits are realized. I first wrote about change in the following article back
Operational Execution: The only thing constant in life is… Read More »
When speaking with people, I often use the terms “sectors” and “industries” interchangeably and incorrectly. Despite the numerous industries I have worked in, there are countless more that I haven’t explored. Interestingly, many industries are worried about using outsiders. Meaning they’d rather rely on those with specific industry experience. Off-topic – I chuckle when I
As I concluded my last series on Business Operating Systems, I mentioned how I was (over)simplifying the Operational Execution sphere. I spent much of my career in Operations, spanning multiple industries, so I feel well-versed in properly planning and executing in this arena. Realizing that no two companies are identical (people, like fingerprints, make sure
Extracting Operational Excellence Read More »
As a sole proprietor, my personal or company names are often interchangeable. While I will go by almost anything you call me, I wanted to consolidate and bring to a close the last six blogs I’ve written about Business Operating Systems and how they relate to the logo I chose back in 2019. As I
There is a purpose Read More »
As the final installment in the series, it’s time to bring everything I’ve written together to provide a cohesive framework that supports your business. We’ve discussed some key elements to bring a company’s vision to life. Strategy development, deployment, and execution. Change management and communication tools. Individual performance management. Scattered throughout the posts have been
Many of you have undoubtedly heard the phrase, “Data is the new oil.” It was coined in 2006 by an English Mathematician, Clive Humby. The reference implies several things: that data will become an increasingly valuable commodity, it will be a driver of the economy, and from a natural state, while unrefined, it is of
Change. I never knew it could be viewed as such a bad 6-letter word. I spoke last year about Lean and Six Sigma, and how they are viewed very differently depending on those involved. Beyond the Continuous Improvement aspect, there has been a lot written over the last decade regarding change management and how to
Why Resist Change? Read More »
Happy (belated) 2020! I hope everyone had a safe Christmas and Holiday season. I’ve delayed this set of “random musings” by a week or so as I’ve had the opportunity to attend a few recent seminars on this very topic, focusing on the technological impact the world (and companies) might experience going forward. I’m sure,
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