CASE STUDY
A Visual, 360° Approach to Decision-Making
A defense industry client was faced with an overwhelming array of performance feedback data from numerous internal and external reports and audits. These data sources each recommended several courses of action and many were in conflict. This led to a highly uncertain, and reactive environment. The management team didn’t know where to start.
Global Aperture was retained to execute its proprietary Integrated Strategic Assessment. We led a series of data review and visual synthesis sessions, in collaboration with client domain specialists, and developed an integrated (not conflicted) set of recommendations. We worked with the leadership team to implement improvement strategies based on the findings, including facilitated cross-functional planning sessions and methods for follow-up to measure progress.
As a result, an annual assessment process was launched, utilizing the general ISA method, to continue to integrate new performance data, respond to organizational changes, and identify analytical ‘blind spots’.
Developing only a strategic plan often isn't enough. In order to succeed, your team must be on-board, aligned around your shared vision and approach, and committed to success.
Our approach to earning and building commitment is to ensure employees are involved, communicated with, and engaged early and often as you explore new ideas and solutions. Our alignment process offers a host of services that enhance personal communication skills, strengthen lines of communication across your entire organization, and involve employees in the planning process. Just some of the ways we can help:
- Strategic Employee Events - events that build broad cross-functional support and accelerate the execution of strategic initiatives
- Presentation Skills Training – prepare individual speakers and teams to maximize the clarity and impact of their presentations
- Team Building – facilitate sessions that create openness, expose issues and bring the members closer
- Presentation Development – create high-impact content and coach presenters for your most critical executive communications
Global Aperture’s alignment services not only help ensure the success of your strategic planning but also strengthen your entire organization.