Operating Model Canvas (OMC) (PowerPoint PPTX Slide Deck)

TARGET OPERATING MODEL PPT DESCRIPTION

This product (Operating Model Canvas [OMC]) is a 37-slide PPT PowerPoint presentation slide deck (PPTX), which you can download immediately upon purchase.

Strategy encompasses planning and thinking to shape the future. It's a system of identifying, devising, and improving a set of choices to achieve success. Strategy defines the means to achieve its ends.

An Operating Model translates Strategy into Execution. The operating model defines the daily activities and processes that an organization undertakes to create value. The OMC is an effective approach to turn Strategy into repeatable action with clear SLAs, KPIs, and cadence.

This PPT presentation explains the Operating Model Canvas (OMC), a one-page view of how your organization delivers for customers. OMC is structured around 6 dimensions—POLISM:

1. Processes
2. Organization
3. Locations
4. Information
5. Suppliers
6. Management System

The deck also covers a comparison of OMC and the Business Model Canvas, and a 5-step approach to implementing OMC in your organization.

This PowerPoint presentation on the Operating Model Canvas also includes some slide templates for you to use in your own business presentations.

Source: Best Practices in Strategy Development, Operating Model PowerPoint Slides: Operating Model Canvas (OMC) PowerPoint (PPTX) Presentation Slide Deck, LearnPPT Consulting

TARGET OPERATING MODEL PPT SLIDES

Core Elements of Operating Model Alignment for Customer Value Delivery

This PPT slide explains how the Operating Model Canvas (OMC) aligns core operations and organizational structure to deliver value to customers. It emphasizes that the OMC maps essential elements—activities, resources, partners—organized into 6 key dimensions captured by the mnemonic POLISM. Each dimension represents a critical component of the operating model, from processes to governance.

The 6 dimensions are detailed with brief descriptions. Processes refer to the end-to-end work needed to create and deliver value, covering demand fulfillment and service. Organization involves the roles, hierarchy, decision rights, and governance that support process execution. Locations specify where work occurs, whether physically or virtually, including remote environments. Information encompasses the technology, systems, and data that enable decision-making and control across the operating model. Suppliers are external partners providing inputs and services, with performance standards and relationship structures. Management System covers governance, key performance indicators, incentives, risk controls, and routines for continuous improvement.

The slide underscores that these 6 POLISM dimensions translate strategy into daily operations, enabling executives to manage and scale the organization effectively. It highlights that the OMC is a structured framework developed by experienced consultants, designed to provide clear insights and templates for transforming strategic intent into operational reality. The visual layout and concise descriptions suggest a practical approach for aligning operational elements with strategic goals, making it a valuable tool for senior leaders seeking to optimize their operating models. The footer references a full document for deeper exploration, indicating this slide is part of a broader resource.

Refining Process Details through Workshops and Controls

This PPT slide details a specific step in the process of implementing operational controls, focusing on refining details through workshops. It emphasizes the importance of translating high-level designs into detailed operating rules, with a clear objective to turn strategic concepts into actionable procedures. The structure suggests a systematic approach, starting with workshops that target each POLISM dimension, such as processes, organization, locations, information, suppliers, and management systems.

Key activities involve running focused workshops for each dimension, mapping flows for critical processes, and defining roles, responsibilities, and governance structures. The slide highlights the need to identify inputs, outputs, SLAs, controls, and failure points during these workshops. It also stresses the importance of establishing detailed roles, site-specific plans, and data rules to support ongoing management and control. Confirming supplier decisions and finalizing the management system calendar are also part of these activities.

Outputs from this step include process maps with role and data catalogs, location plans, supplier segmentation, and a management system charter. These deliverables serve as the foundation for operational clarity and accountability. The slide also notes a key "don’t"—avoiding designing without workload data or making unowned decisions, which could undermine the process. The overall message underscores that each critical process must have an owner, SLAs, controls, and clear measures before moving forward, ensuring operational stability and accountability. The blue banner at the bottom reinforces that readiness depends on having these elements in place for each process.

The slide belongs to a broader series on operational model development, specifically step 3 out of 5, aimed at locking in ownership and controls for critical processes. It offers a practical, step-by-step guide for executives to ensure detailed, disciplined process design.

Overview of the Operating Model Canvas and Core Elements

This PPT slide explains the purpose and structure of the Operating Model Canvas (OMC). It emphasizes that the OMC offers a high-level view of how an organization functions and guides the design of workflows. The canvas sits between strategic planning and daily operations, mapping how value is delivered through processes, structures, technology, and decision rules. It is presented as a one-page visual tool that can be customized for each value proposition, making it a practical reference for operational leaders.

The slide highlights that the OMC was popularized by notable figures like Andrew Campbell and colleagues, who used it to bridge the gap between strategic intent and execution. It extends beyond just the value chain, incorporating resources and key partners, which makes it a comprehensive framework. The core elements of the OMC are listed and illustrated, including processes, organization, locations, information, suppliers, and management system. Each element is represented with an icon and numbered for clarity, indicating their importance in the overall model.

A key takeaway is that the OMC provides a clear, one-page blueprint to design and govern an organization’s operating model. It simplifies complex operational structures into manageable components, making it easier for leaders to identify gaps and align resources. The slide also hints at the tool’s flexibility and its development by experienced consultants, positioning it as a valuable asset for strategic transformation. Overall, this slide positions the OMC as a practical, structured approach to translating strategy into operational reality.

Organization Structure and Decision Rights in Operating Model

This PPT slide explains how the organization dimension within the Operating Model Canvas (OMC) guides the structuring of people to achieve desired outcomes. It emphasizes that defining the organizational structure involves choosing among functional, divisional, matrix, or agile team topologies, with a focus on clarifying spans and layers. The slide highlights the importance of mapping roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities for each process and function, using a clear RACI model to ensure clarity and accountability.

Further, the slide underscores setting decision rights, escalation paths, and governance bodies, along with establishing reporting lines and coordination mechanisms. These elements are critical for aligning leadership and operational workflows. The slide also stresses the need to align headcount, skills, and talent pipelines with strategic priorities, while identifying capability gaps that could hinder execution.

The overview on the left provides a concise summary, stating that this dimension shows who owns the work, how teams are governed, and how decisions are made. It points out that the structure influences performance and accountability, ultimately shaping how value is delivered. The detailed points on the right reinforce that a well-defined organization structure enables faster execution, better coordination, and clearer ownership.

The blue banner at the bottom suggests that this slide is part of a broader framework, the Operating Model Canvas, which transforms strategy into execution. The focus remains on making ownership explicit and aligning organizational units with strategic goals. This slide offers a practical blueprint for executives to evaluate and refine their organizational design for improved operational outcomes.