Innovation is no longer a luxury—it’s survival. Organizations that fail to innovate, stagnate. It’s that simple. The challenge isn’t just coming up with ideas but knowing which ones to pursue and how to allocate resources effectively. That’s where the Innovation-Ambition Matrix steps in. This framework helps leaders balance incremental improvements, market expansion, and transformative breakthroughs, […]
About Mark Bridges
Mark Bridges is a Senior Director of Strategy at Flevy. Flevy is your go-to resource for best practices in business management, covering management topics from Strategic Planning to Operational Excellence to Digital Transformation (view full list here). Learn how the Fortune 100 and global consulting firms do it. Improve the growth and efficiency of your organization by leveraging Flevy's library of best practice methodologies and templates. Prior to Flevy, Mark worked as an Associate at McKinsey & Co. and holds an MBA from the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago. You can connect with Mark on LinkedIn here.Author Archive | Mark Bridges
Triple-A Framework
If your supply chain strategy still revolves around cost-cutting and efficiency, you’re already losing. The world has changed. Disruptions—geopolitical chaos, supply shortages, sudden demand shifts—aren’t rare exceptions. They’re the new normal. The old supply chain models weren’t built for this. They crack under pressure, leaving organizations scrambling to recover. Meanwhile, a select few—companies like Apple, […]
Difficult Conversations Framework
Difficult conversations are the moments most people dread yet cannot avoid. Whether addressing a performance issue with a team member, negotiating a raise, or confronting a personal conflict, these discussions carry high stakes and strong emotions. The ability to navigate them effectively defines leadership, fosters trust, and ultimately determines the strength of relationships—both professional and […]
Selling through Curiosity Framework
In the ever-evolving sales landscape, curiosity plays a pivotal role in establishing meaningful connections with customers. It is more than just a trait. It is a strategic tool that sales professionals can leverage to understand their clients’ needs deeply. By fostering a culture of curiosity, sales teams can enhance their ability to engage customers, leading […]
The Challenger Sales Model
The sales world is no stranger to evolution, and the Challenger Sales Model stands as a landmark approach to navigating today’s complex, insight-driven markets. Developed by Matthew Dixon and Brent Adamson, this model shifts the focus from relationship-building to challenging customer perceptions with fresh insights and tailored solutions. Introduced in their seminal book, “The Challenger […]
Lean Digital Transformation
The concept of “Lean,” originating from the Toyota Production System of the 1940s, revolutionized operations by emphasizing efficiency, waste reduction, and continuous improvement. These principles have found their way across industries, fostering streamlined workflows and customer-centric strategies. However, the digital age demands evolution. Enter Digital Lean—a fusion of traditional Lean methodologies with advanced technologies, delivering […]
Gamification: The Octalysis Framework
The Octalysis Framework, developed by Yu-kai Chou, is a sophisticated consulting framework designed to enhance engagement through the strategic use of gamification. It identifies 8 core drives that underpin human motivation, enabling organizations to transform routine interactions into compelling experiences. With applications spanning industries like education, healthcare, and corporate environments, Octalysis offers a structured pathway […]
Digital Twin Technology Framework
Digital Twins are reshaping the way organizations approach Operations and Innovation. By providing a virtual replica of a physical system, process, or product, Digital Twins enable organizations to monitor, simulate, and optimize real-world performance with unprecedented precision. This technology leverages real-time data from sensors and other sources to mirror physical behavior, unlocking new efficiencies and […]
Sustainable Value Framework
The Sustainable Value Framework represents a strategic approach that integrates the goals of People, Planet, and Profit, pushing organizations to evaluate their role in society by creating value not only economically but also socially and environmentally. Originating from environmental principles, sustainability now tackles challenges across all sectors—promoting practices that fulfill present needs while safeguarding resources […]
Strategic Group Analysis (SGA)
Competitive analysis is the backbone of strategic decision-making. By identifying an organization’s competitive landscape, leaders can get the lay of the land and see how to position their resources, enhance market presence, and minimize threats. However, a deeper look is sometimes required to understand clusters of competitors within this landscape, and that’s where the concept […]
Rumelt’s Strategy Evaluation Framework
Organizations too often fail at strategy, because they focus on buzzwords and lofty ambitions rather than applying practical frameworks. Richard Rumelt’s Strategy Evaluation Framework is a pragmatic tool for assessing whether an organization’s strategy is viable, realistic, and adaptable. Rumelt’s Strategy Evaluation Framework shines because it forces businesses to face real challenges: is this strategy […]
The Four Corners Analysis
Strategic Analysis remains at the heart of any successful organizational effort, providing a comprehensive view of both internal capabilities and external market conditions. It informs critical decisions on resource allocation, market opportunities, and risk mitigation, ensuring organizations remain agile and forward-thinking. Within this, competitor analysis takes center stage. The ability to anticipate a rival’s next […]
