Managing a competitive business requires adaptive technologies to innovate, automate, and optimize resource deployment. Abundant technology options have made it challenging to filter noise. To develop a holistic technology roadmap for your business, there are several factors to consider. Technology needs to support strategy Sound execution of your business strategy… [More]
Are You Setting Measurable Goals?
Setting business goals is an inspiring and exciting strategic planning exercise. Strategy sets the business direction. Execution delivers results. Successful businesses are good with identifying where to steer the business and they are tenacious with defining specific goals that are measurable so there is a barometer to gauge performance. Having… [More]
5 Disciplines to Execute Strategy for Expedient Results
Strategy execution is more than allocating resources to carry out the initiatives identified in the strategy. Attempts to dive right into execution without paying attention to alignment, capabilities, results tracking, accountability, and data-driven culture would impact speed and results. These five disciplines are essential to successful delivery of strategic results…. [More]
7 Areas to Build Competitive Advantage in 2024
A new year brings new opportunities to build competitive advantage for your business. Here are 7 areas to explore. Customer intelligence How often do you commit effort to better understand your customer needs? Do your account managers and support reps have a way to share what they learn from customers?… [More]
Artificial Intelligence and Your Business
The phrase “artificial intelligence” was first coined in late 1950s. Over the years, advancement in AI research has introduced many enhancements to our daily lives. The fun body movement game such as Microsoft’s Xbox Kinect and the virtual assistant, Apple’s Siri are two creations that have millions of us welcome… [More]
Technology Investment: Go or No Go?
Artificial intelligence has taken on an exciting path especially after the launch of ChatGPT last November. In less than a year, businesses, schools, and institutions have shown much interest in adopting the chatbot technology. There are three key artificial intelligence chatbot choices today: ChatGPT, Bing Chat and Google Bard. Each… [More]
What does Digital Transformation Mean for Your Business?
Digital transformation began decades ago. Earlier technology deployment included computer-aided design, enterprise resource planning, customer relationship management, and e-commerce. Recent years’ focus has been around social media platforms, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence to name a few. With rapidly advancing technologies and evolving customer needs, businesses struggle to keep up… [More]
Operations Trends for 2023
Three weeks into 2023 and businesses are busy rolling out their strategies for the new year. Here is a list of 10 trends I have on business operations. Customer expectations will accelerate investment in customer-experience-friendly technologies that address speed, quality of service, and personalization. Businesses will need to re-evaluate their… [More]
How Agility and Alignment Impact Organizational Resilience
Organizational resilience is critical for businesses to adapt to sudden change and disruptions. Many businesses are familiar with operational efficiency which focuses on running an efficient operation and minimizing costs. Operational resilience, on the other hand, is about readiness to make adjustments in a succinct manner. Businesses adapt when faced… [More]
Talent Strategy for the Evolving Business Landscape
Businesses have adapted swiftly over the past couple of years. Technologies were introduced to enable remote work. Processes were changed to ensure customers were not impacted. Employees’ responsibilities were modified to satisfy shifting needs. Lessons learned are invaluable for businesses to prepare for the future. As market dynamics continue to… [More]
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