Strategic Planning and Management Insights

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

SME Strategy is a strategy consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations align their teams and operations around a shared vision, mission, values, goals, and action plans.

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Steve Shu Consulting

JANUARY 4, 2023

Thinking architecture, such as how people construct their preferences using a mixture of fast and slow thinking processes (Payne et al., There will be some players that will be way more agile than others and able to capitalize on both important behavioral implications and operational tactics. Where does this leave us? Payne, John W.,

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Strategic Planning and Management Insights

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

SME Strategy is a strategy consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations align their teams and operations around a shared vision, mission, values, goals, and action plans.

Training 75

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Strategic Planning and Management Insights

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

SME Strategy is a strategy consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations align their teams and operations around a shared vision, mission, values, goals, and action plans.

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Strategic Planning and Management Insights

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

SME Strategy is a strategy consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations align their teams and operations around a shared vision, mission, values, goals, and action plans.

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Strategic Planning and Management Insights

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

SME Strategy is a strategy consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations align their teams and operations around a shared vision, mission, values, goals, and action plans.

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 2, 2016

Many organizations today are wondering how to get into machine learning, and what it means for their existing analytics operation. I view machine learning as any data-driven approach to explanations, classifications, and predictions that uses automation to construct a model.

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MishTalk

JANUARY 21, 2015

Construction workers move over. The Wall Street Journal reports Drones’ Next Job: Construction Work. Construction-equipment maker Komatsu Ltd. has plans to solve a potential shortage of construction workers in Japan: Let drones and driverless bulldozers do part of the work. Construction-equipment maker Komatsu Ltd.

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Harmonious Workplaces

JANUARY 25, 2024

These insights underscore the need for leaders to maintain regular, constructive communication with their teams. The relationship between workers and their leaders can make or break the way organizations operate. For instance, in a previous role, a former football coach played the part of a VP for a construction firm.

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Seth Godin Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Operate more efficiently. Innovate through growth. Invest in people. Juxtapose complementary opportunities. Key partners. Leverage existing assets. Maximize returns. Normalize customer expectations. Position the organization for future growth. Recharge the culture. Structure the organization for effective performance. Test new hypotheses.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 30, 2023

The financial services industry comprises firms that operate across a range of sectors: Asset & Wealth Management, Banking & Capital Markets, and Insurance. Distribution Channels The wealth management landscape consists of a range of distribution channels, ranging from high touch (i.e.,

Banking 78

Banking Management Real Estate Insurance 78

Business Consulting Agency

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Determine the Business Model and Structure Choose a suitable business model and structure that aligns with your long-term goals, financial resources, and operational capabilities. Build meaningful relationships with your target audience and establish a customer-centric approach that fosters enduring brand loyalty and consumer satisfaction.

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Harmonious Workplaces

JANUARY 11, 2024

I attended a meeting led by the VP of construction for a company for which I was the VP of marketing. After all, I have been there — I owned and operated a storefront business and served as an executive for organizations of various types throughout my career. I feel a kindred connection with those who own or operate organizations.

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Strategic Planning and Management Insights

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

SME Strategy is a strategy consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations align their teams and operations around a shared vision, mission, values, goals, and action plans.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 24, 2016

This reliance has evolved because despite the enormous volumes of capital they control, most of these giants are strictly “firewalled” and cannot use the capital to fund actual operations, even if doing so would generate higher expected investment returns or lower risk.

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MishTalk

JUNE 8, 2015

Above: Komatsu heavy earthmoving truck at the Tom Price iron ore mine, operated by Rio Tinto Group, near Perth, Australia. Indeed, self-driving trucks are already in use at many operations in the province, although they are still operated by drivers while the companies test whether the systems can work in northern Alberta’s variable climate.

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Business Consulting Agency

JULY 13, 2023

Improved Decision-Making Informed decision-making is a cornerstone of successful business operations. Consultants streamline processes, optimize resource allocation, and identify areas for operational efficiency, translating into tangible financial benefits over time.

Consulting 52

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Kates Kesler

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

long term vs short term investments, M&A activity, enterprise vs operating unit accountability). Alternatively, the large automotive company previously referenced needed a different construct. The matrix is designed to bring forth the voices that need to influence key enterprise trade-off decisions (e.g.,

Automotive 50

Automotive Enterprise Operations Agile 50

Tom Spencer

OCTOBER 28, 2022

For example, when a shell company located in a low tax jurisdiction has no business operations other than being the formal owner of valuable intellectual property, and collecting royalty fees for it. This will prevent the most blatant forms of profit shifting. This should make the international tax system both simpler and fairer.

Intellectual Property 88

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LSA Global

AUGUST 25, 2023

Have you invested the time to create enough executive team cohesion and trust to effectively solve tough problems, constructively debate controversial issues, constructively provide feedback, minimize workplace politics , and commit to agreed-upon objectives?

Leadership 36

Leadership Construction Accenture Agile 36

Tom Spencer

APRIL 15, 2022

Speaking about power structures, in financial institutions the power and influence lies with the operating units as they are the profit centers, and the leaders of these operating units own the profit and loss (P&L). In internal strategy, your reward for doing great work is to have fast-tracked entry into the operating units.

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Management Consulted

APRIL 2, 2017

McKinsey is still well-networked in the region, and doing substantial work in sectors including: banking, industrials, telecoms, energy, real estate, construction, health care, and diversified conglomerates. If you have an MBA and are interested in actuarial work, EY’s Middle East operation is a great place to get your foot in the door.

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Kates Kesler

JUNE 29, 2020

For example, one LOB is best suited to acquire a broad customer base, even if this means operating at a loss. Although the leadership team of this company is aligned on the new strategy, the P&L construct is serving as a powerful organization derailer.

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Organizational Talent Consulting

MARCH 14, 2022

The truth is, there are many reasons employees become less likely to provide constructive feedback as you move up in an organization. Developing good habits for getting constructive feedback improves your ability to grow your career and business. Why Performance and Strategic Feedback Matters. Developing Good Feedback Habits.

Construction 52

Construction Leadership Journal Study 52

Tom Spencer

JUNE 21, 2021

Construct your question as a logical extension of the conflict. The three key steps to constructing a logical argument are: Lead with the answer. As a corporate strategy professional, I execute and coordinate all of the key activities of the firm that span multiple business units and functions. Question (Q). This can be achieved by…”.

McKinsey 88

McKinsey Construction Trends Industry 88

Progressus

MARCH 1, 2024

When to Use: Ideal for businesses aiming to enhance operational efficiency, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and foster team collaboration. Construction companies, for example, can leverage Project Accounting software to track the cost of materials, labor, and other expenses against their project budgets, ensuring profitability.

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Martinka Consulting

DECEMBER 12, 2019

I’m working with a private equity firm to find add-on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or refrigeration companies for their plumbing construction firm in the Seattle area (so if you know of any doing at least $5 million in sales who want an investor let me know). Operating interest (a working capital line of credit).

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Cash Flow Metrics Construction Financial 40

Rick Conlow

MAY 15, 2020

He played to the media and threatened to move his operations. ” I add that to be a great leader a person needs to act boldly and consistently while communicating with people: positively, constructively, consistently and with empathy. The leaders of GM and Tesla showed up in the press. Hope you enjoy this and get value.

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MishTalk

JANUARY 30, 2015

For example, please consider Greece Will No Longer Deal with ‘Troika’, Yanis Varoufakis Says Greece will no longer co-operate with the “troika” of international lenders that has overseen its four-year bailout programme, the country’s finance minister said. Calling the Troika " Rottenly Constructed " surely sets the tone for Greece.

Construction 28

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LSA Global

MAY 20, 2023

They create the conditions for everyone to do their best work, challenge assumptions constructively, engage diverse perspectives, and operate with a clear connection between where we are and where we want to go.

Healthcare 36

Healthcare Leadership Management Talent 36

BCG

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Digital technology is revolutionizing the way engineering, construction, and services (ECS) companies operate, presenting tremendous opportunities for value creation. See Digital in Engineering and Construction: The Transformative Power of Building Information Modeling , BCG Focus, March 2016.) trillion for the ECS industry.

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LSA Global

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Strategic Leadership Competencies – Strategic vs. Operational Leadership. Strategic leaders need a different set of skills from those of operational leaders. To effectively lead the operations of a business, a leader must be an expert in their functional area, manage a team’s execution of the plan, and meet short-term goals.

Leadership 36

Leadership Agile Operations Construction 36

Halo Psych

MARCH 23, 2023

Contextual resilience – understanding the overall framework in which the resilient organisation must operate. For example, local government operates in a wider framework involving others, such as Central Government. Give constructive feedback to others, including those more senior. Why is resilience so important?

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Martinka Consulting

MARCH 24, 2021

A firm with multiple advisors (of any kind) has value, either to an outside buyer or via an internal succession like law firms, CPA firms, construction firms, and others. That’s a heck of a lot better than when the owner has their fingers in every aspect of the day-to-day operations. “If Delegate responsibility not only tasks to them.

Construction 40

Construction Industry Financial Operations 40

LSA Global

APRIL 15, 2024

Let’s delve into the intricacies of constructing an effective sales strategy that makes sense to your people, your customers, and your business as a whole. Understand Your Market Landscape Knowing your marketplace matters. Customer demographics, purchasing behaviors, and pain points should be direct inputs into your sales strategy.

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LSA Global

DECEMBER 1, 2021

With a clear line of sight , each function, each team, and each individual employee understands exactly how they are to operate and where and when they will interact with others. Agility and a Learning Mindset The 90-day operational road map provides guidelines, but there will inevitably be unforeseen roadblocks.

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Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Political savvy is understanding the reasons for the meetings before the meetings and using those constructs to get your message across. Understanding these stages helps you paint a picture of what's next for an organization and why and how they need to mature their leadership and operating practices.

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