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Experience Economy

The concept of the “Experience Society” is a social and economic evolution where experiences, rather than goods or services, become the primary products of society.  This idea has been influenced by various theorists, including Alvin and Heidi Toffler. The Tofflers’ analysis of societal evolution lays the groundwork for understanding the shift to an experience-focused society.  […]

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TOGAF – The Open Group Architecture Framework

The Open Group Architecture Framework or TOGAF is a comprehensive guide to enterprise architecture, offering a structured methodology for designing, planning, implementing, and governing architectures that align with organizational goals and technology landscapes. The TOGAF framework is built upon 3 interconnected pillars: Enterprise Architecture Architecture Development Method (ADM) Enterprise Continuum The Enterprise Architecture pillar is […]

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The 5 Building Blocks to Developing a Learning Organization

Organizations need to persistently improve the way they do business to staying ahead of the curve.  New ideas trigger organizational improvement and build the foundation of a Learning Organization. Scholars have defined a Learning Organization in many different ways.  Some suggest it as an organization skilled at creating, acquiring, and transferring knowledge, and at modifying […]

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The Cynefin Framework

Decision Making in challenging situations isn’t easy.  The decision on how to approach and respond to a problem varies depending on the circumstances. Decisions necessitate a tailored approach, which should help avoid making a fatal decision with irreparable consequences. The Cynefin Framework is a model to assist in making effective decisions in dynamic contexts.  It […]

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Consulting Competencies Circle (CCC)

Each year, a large number of business professionals make the decision to leave their corporate jobs to pursue independent consulting.  To them, a career in independent consulting means having a flexible schedule, being one’s own boss, or a way to realize their real potential.  For some people, independent consulting implies doing what they are truly […]

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Problem of Change and Behavioral Change

Problematic situations exhibit a common structure or pattern.  The structure of most problems comprises 3 main elements: The Problem State The Solved State The Solution Path The Problem State implies “what is,” the Solved State denotes “what should be,” and the Solution Path implies the changes integral to bridging the gap between the two states.  […]

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Structured Problem Solving: Modified A3

Solving problems, complex problems at that, involves not only good problem formulation but also a structured approach to complement it.  Structured Problem Solving is simply an iterative sequence of framing hypotheses and testing them via controlled experimentation, revamped for the intricacies of the world beyond the laboratory. Structured Problem Solving is a formal, logical, and […]

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5 Elements of a Problem Statement

Managing any organization can be described as a constant stream of problems that need to be managed and solved.  However, oftentimes, people like to immediately implement solutions without having spent the time and effort to truly understand and analyze the true nature of the problem at hand.  Thus, organizations end up spending a lot of […]

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Lean Product Development & Innovation

Improving Product Development competencies in designers and developers is a concern for senior leaders in the manufacturing sector. The approach most organizations take in developing Human Resources does not go beyond staffing the cream of the crop from leading global educational institutes.  Talent Development to them is, typically, sending their people to attend workshops and […]

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6 Mindset Traits of Great Problem Solvers

Problem Solving is a fundamental life skill indispensable for survival of an individual.  It is honed in every person to varying degrees.  It is especially a useful skill to embody Leadership Development. Problem Solving skill can be taught and learnt. MIT defines Problem Solving as: The process of identifying a problem, developing possible solution paths, […]

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Creative Thinking at the Workplace (Obstacles and Solutions)

There’s no doubt that each individual and every organisation are always desperately in need for creativity and innovation for self-improvement at the first place and to keep the cutting edge ahead of other rivals and remain competing in the current highly competing marketplace. As any organisation is the sum of its individuals; people are the […]

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Learning to Unlearn and Relearn

 “The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.” – Alvin Toffler We all used to listen and read about learning and its best techniques in addition to different learning and learners’ styles but it’s not popular to read or hear […]

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