Are You Linking Strategy to Operations Effectively

There has been a lot of discussion surrounding a new management system so if you have not heard about it here is a summary. There is also a course in Orlando on March 8-9th that will provide you with all the information you need on this key HR practice.


If you want to succeed in your position and continue to be a leader in the eyes of your CEO, you should install this process to assist you in out performing your peer competition. Here is a summary of the five key stages you should begin to think about if you are not already in full process use:

1. Stage 1 - Develop a strategy using SWOT, PESTEL, vision, mission statements
2. Stage 2 - Translate the strategy into strategic objectives and themes as well as target and strategic initiatives
3. Stage 3 - Align your organizational units and businesses both horizontally and vertically to the strategy and cascade them through the organization
4. Stage 4 - Align your human capital and employees and fully communicate the strategy and alignment of the organization to achieve the goals. Make sure you align the employees capabilities and competencies to the strategic objectives
5. Stage 5 - Monitor, learn, and test the alignment to ensure adaption to the strategy.

I would encourage all senior level HR leaders to attend this forum in March. If you have not heard about it you can call 1-800-554-2111 or through www.thepalladiumgroup.com/masterclass by January 22, 2010.