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Brainstorming can be a challenge. It can be confusing when not done right. But it can be an effective tool when effectively managed. Mastering the brainstorming technique sets consultants apart. Brainstorming techniques can enable effective… Be One Step Ahead of the Game! Master the Consulting Framework to Brainstorming
Creative ideas—such as Innovation, Process Improvement initiatives, or Growth Strategy opportunities—drive businesses. It’s every executive’s dream to manage a team that is creative enough to come up with innovative ideas perpetually. Traditional brainstorming is the… Brainstorming Redefined: 7 Steps to Questions-based Brainstorming
To succeed in a market or industry, organizations need to objectively analyze the underlying forces, attractiveness, and other success factors. They often seek outsiders’ assistance to bring fresh perspective, insights, and recommendations. The external contractors… A Quick Look at the Structured Approach to Industry Analysis
One of the major necessities of this information age involves developing leadership that is capable of guiding organizations through challenging times. A vast majority of executives at most organizations are exceptional in handling routine operations;… Are Your Leaders Cognizant of the 10 Principles of Strategic Leadership?
With the advent of the Internet of Things (IoT), competition has become a different ball game. IoT will soon become a differentiating factor in competition. In fact, IoT is one of the driving emerging technologies… Taking the Position of Advantage in the Internet of Things (IoT) – Its Opportunities and Challenges
Recent McKinsey research results showed that many companies today are in a nearly permanent state of organizational influx. Within the past 2 years, almost 60% of the companies interviewed experienced a redesign while an additional… The 9 Principles of Organizational Design: When Re-designing Becomes a Strategic Priority
The Matrix Organizational structure has a great influence on Project Management. The Matrix has evolved to fill the need of an organization to deal with great project size and complexity. This has increased organizational complexity.… Learning to Unlock the Complexities of a Matrix Organization
At the heart of the operation of the Matrix Organization is the “Balance of Power” between the Project Manager and Functional Management. Yet, even if there is Balance of Power, the question as to who… Unravelling the Balance of Power in a Matrix Organization
Resource Utilization and Productivity is the 21st century Business Strategic Model. Resource Revolution represents the biggest business opportunity in the century. However, to be successful, this calls for application of new approaches by Management. Companies… Getting Ready for the 21st Century Resource Revolution: Are We Ready?
We are living in a Digital Age. A robust Digital Transformation Strategy is today’s organization’s corporate armaments in remaining competitive. Organizations that have excelled in Digital Transformation have one thing in common that distinguish them… Harnessing Digital Transformation: The People Ecosystem
We are living in a Digital Age. A robust Digital Transformation Strategy is today’s organization’s corporate armaments in remaining competitive. Organizations that have excelled in Digital Transformation have one thing in common that distinguish them… Capturing Digital Transformation: Path to Digital Leadership
Almost every other day, startups emerge and disrupt established companies because of their innovative ideas and business models. This disruption is, primarily, due to the reluctance of big companies to implement a series of strategic… An Effective Methodology to Avoid Disruption: The 8 Pillars of Innovation