Building effective general management teams I once worked for a company whose unofficial nickname was the “drive-by shooting company” referencing the frequent turnover of its senior executives, where almost monthly another VP or two found themselves out on the street....
Matching task assignment to role accountabilities Over the last few weeks, we have discussed how complexity is a key factor in organization design and the importance of aligning accountability and authority into roles. The last piece of this puzzle is ensuring that...
Accountability & Decision Authority Leaders say accountability is important. Executives tell us that accountability is important to the success of their businesses, and for good reason. A culture where accountability is used constructively will deliver...
Addressing work complexity through organizational design The world is becoming more complex with events moving faster than ever. Business leaders must respond effectively and navigate social, environmental, economic, and political realities while delivering value to...
Design around work not people In organization design, there are some standards do’s and don’ts and near the top of that list is “design around work not around people.” As straightforward and obvious as this seems, inevitably leaders will think of their top...
