Execution has become the new watchword in Boardrooms. As organizations fail to effectively implement strategies, the importance of execution has come to a fore. Essentially, the first step in resolving these dysfunctions is to understand how the inherent traits of an organization influence and even determine each individual's behavior. Organizations must also understand how the collective behavior affects company performance.

The idiosyncratic characteristics of an organization can be codified using the DNA. When the DNA of an organization is purely configured, unhealthy symptoms and counterproductive behaviors are demonstrated. A good understanding of the Organizational DNA can also guide organizations to improve strategy development and execution.

This presentation provides a clear understanding of the Organizational DNA and its 4 building blocks. The concept of Organizational DNA helps us understand Organizational Behavior and aids in Organizational Design efforts. Combining or recombining the 4 building blocks can largely determine how a firm looks and behaves internally and externally.

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