Markovitz Consulting
SEPTEMBER 26, 2017
If meeting takt time is not an issue—for example, in closing the books at the end of the month— then measure and benchmark the time it takes to perform those tasks and challenge the team to figure out how to do them faster. The simple exercise of focused observation will help you see the waste. Obsess over quality.
Tom Spencer
OCTOBER 8, 2016
German regulation and the thinking about the regulatory process in general, particularly in industries like banking and Fintech, is a standard which could certainly help redefine not only the German market, but create a global benchmark for those who understand that regulations are necessary. Germany is more interesting.
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Tom Spencer
APRIL 22, 2018
Case competitions are amazing opportunities to demonstrate your ‘case cracking’ abilities in front of industry judges, quickly expand your network, and win great prizes. Prior to the presentation, it is always a good exercise for team members to ask each other questions to anticipate what the judges might ask.
Tom Spencer
JUNE 23, 2023
Division X productivity is decreasing), methods for solving the problem (e.g., … by benchmarking industry best practices), or proposed solutions (e.g., … by employing more staff). Drivers are things that impact the problem you are trying to solve and can be formulated in four different ways: Engaging in a group exercise (e.g.,
Harvard Business
MARCH 7, 2017
By 2012, our research shows, nearly 60% of a typical B2B purchasing decision — researching solutions, ranking options, benchmarking pricing, and so on — was happening before the buyer even had a conversation with a supplier. Try this simple exercise: Think about the last major purchase for which you sat on the buying committee.
Harvard Business
OCTOBER 5, 2017
For example, internet-of-things sensor applications are envisioned to deliver a wide range of services , from smart water to industrial controls to e-health. To set an aspirational but realistic target, we created a benchmark that combines the best attributes of these advanced digital nations. trillion by 2020, and $3.5
Harvard Business
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
The standard offers companies a structure for setting up or benchmarking an effective anti-bribery program aligned with its own risk profile, and building a culture that values ethical behavior. It covers bribery in all of its forms — direct and indirect, inbound and outbound.
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