AI is advancing at a pace that promises unprecedented gains in speed, insight, and efficiency. Yet far too many organizations make the same mistake: they introduce AI into unstable processes, unclear roles, and misaligned systems.
In a labor market defined by low movement but high expectations, operational excellence starts with leadership excellence.
At its core, Lean is about creating environments where individuals feel safe to speak up, solve problems, and drive improvement.
How Lean Transformation Builds Environments Of Trust And Psychological Safety Read More »
AI can be a powerful enabler of value creation, but only when paired with the discipline and principles of Lean thinking.
How to Incorporate Lean and AI to Build a Foundation for Sustainable Innovation Read More »
Lean remains one of the most misunderstood business strategies in modern management. Lean is not a project, a toolset, or a cost-cutting initiative.
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In today’s business environment, where competitive advantage can be gained or lost in a single quarter, strategic thinking isn’t just helpful, it’s mission-critical.
5 Obstacles That Derail Strategic Execution (and What to Do About Them) Read More »
It’s no secret that many companies fall short when it comes to executing on their strategic plans. In fact, studies routinely show that 60-70% of strategic initiatives fail to be implemented successfully.
Executing on Strategy: Why Strategy Deployment Is a Value Creation Essential Read More »
The current tariff environment has the potential to escalate production costs, disrupt established supply chains, and prompt a strategic pivot towards domestic manufacturing.
How to Respond to Tariffs with Operational Excellence Read More »
The 2025 SPS Private Equity Harvest Report paints a picture of an industry at a crossroads. Aging portfolios, limited exit pathways, and growing LP pressure are shifting the focus from dealmaking to doing.
According to the SS&C Intralinks 2025 Global M&A Dealmakers Sentiment Report, 87% of dealmakers anticipate increased activity, with private equity (PE) firms particularly bullish. However, this surge in activity comes with challenges and opportunities that require strategic focus.
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