Tag: Management
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Mastering effective team negotiation
The vital role of initiative and role definition : leader, partner or follower In the complex realm of international team negotiations, the significance of teamwork takes on an even greater dimension. Here, the stakes are higher, the cultural diversity more pronounced, and the need for effective collaboration paramount. Leadership, partnership, and followership are not mere…
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Hoshin Kanri: Building high performance and results in SMEs across the globe
A tool for aligning vision, goals and actions Hoshin Kanri is a strategic planning model that originated in Japan and is based on the principles of lean management. It is a method of continuous improvement that can help entrepreneurs align their daily work with their long-term goals. It eliminates the waste that comes from inconsistent…
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PDCA: A simple and effective way to refine your strategy and adapt to change
Excellence is not a destination; it is a continuous journey that never ends When you run a company, you face many challenges and uncertainties, especially in times of crisis. You may have to deal with competitors, customers, investors, regulators, employees, and other stakeholders who have different expectations and demands. You may have to make decisions…
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Value Stream Mapping: Why it should be your first step to define your strategy
VSM : The key to aligning your processes and goals Value stream mapping is a powerful technique to visualize the flow of work and identify the sources of waste and inefficiency in any process. By designing value stream maps, you can align your leadership and teams around a common vision of how to deliver value…
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Thriving in times of crisis: The power of Lean and Management Control in SMEs
Crisis-Proofing your business ? Embracing Lean’s transformational power In the world of business, navigating through turbulent times requires a strategic shift. Sustainable growth often faces threats, and organizations can find themselves challenged by stagnation or even a decline in competitiveness. During these periods, societal tensions may rise, and it becomes crucial to adapt strategies for…
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How Lean lost its way. The deviation from the original philosophy
What is the purpose of Lean? Why do we use it? The roots of the Lean philosophy can be traced to Toyota’s manufacturing systems in Japan, inspired by Henry Ford’s flow production in the United States and Eli Whitney’s interchangeable parts (1). The term Lean was coined by John Krafcik in 1988 and defined by…
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Who are you talking to? Why you should learn transactional analysis.
A guide to understanding yourself and others Why do we communicate the way we do? Why do we sometimes feel misunderstood or frustrated by others? Why do we need to understand ourselves and others better? The answer lies in transactional analysis, a powerful tool that helps us discover the three aspects of our personality that…
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How to manage change and adapt strategy in a dynamic environment
Change Management : A Framework for Organizational Success When a crisis hits, we have a choice: we can either react with fear and panic, or we can respond with courage and purpose. As leaders, we have the responsibility to inspire our teams to embrace the challenge and see the opportunity for growth and innovation. Change…
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Navigating the Johari window : Self-Discovery and Connection
Unveiling the hidden symphony In the realm of human interaction, we encounter a fascinating concept known as the Johari Window. Born from the collaborative minds of psychologists Joseph Luft and Harrington Ingham in 1955, this ingenious tool was crafted to illuminate the intricate dance between self-awareness and our connections with others. Imagine, if you will,…
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How to succeed in introducing Financial Control
Learn Financial Control the smart way The introduction of Financial Control aims to provide objective information for strategic management and decision-making. But the behavior of the different actors in the company always clashes with the technical dimension of Financial Control tools. Control indicators are perceived by some managers as a limitation of their supervisory power…
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