We start by clarifying the point of departure.  We combine your deep knowledge of the business and our external perspective to define your starting point.  This includes clarifying your current business boundaries, identity in the marketplace, performance against key objectives and potential gaps in capabilities or resources. We augment our collective experience and judgment with targeted analysis, crystallizing the issues that matter most.

Next, we work collaboratively to prioritize value creation opportunities.  Few organizations suffer from a lack ideas on ways to accelerate growth, expand margins or operate more efficiently.  They often lack agreement on where to start and how to focus limited time and resources.  We cut through the clutter using a methodical approach and objective assessment criteria, fostering constructive debate along the way to decide on a finite set of priorities.

We end with an action plan to move forward.  What should we do right away, what requires deeper analysis, and what avenues should we not pursue?  Who will be accountable?  Which risks or issues could derail the plan?  We roll up our sleeves alongside your team to define a tangible plan with clear accountability.

Throughout the engagement, we employ expert facilitation skills to engage and align your team. Our work together involves in-depth interviews with key stakeholders and typically culminates in a leadership team strategy offsite.  We listen carefully and probe diligently to unpack what might go unsaid or unnoticed.  We push constructively when we need to challenge assumptions or beliefs.  We draw out knowledge and perspectives across your entire team to craft more thorough and thoughtful solutions.