Discover the Why and How of "The Strategy Implementation Gap"
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Navigating Change: Executives and the Challenge of Strategy Implementation
Discover the Why and How of "The Strategy Implementation Gap"
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, executives are confronted with a formidable task – bridging the strategy implementation gap. The lifespan of corporations is dwindling, customer demands are in constant flux, and traditional business models are feeling the heat.
James Bawtree and Michael Young have joined forces to provide executives with a comprehensive guide on achieving successful strategy implementation through effective project delivery. The title of their book, "The Strategy Implementation Gap," perfectly captures the disconnect between strategic intent and actual outcomes.
The title, The Strategy Implementation Gap, refers to this misalignment, and the gap it causes between intent and actual achievement.
There are two key areas that cause this misalignment:
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Did you know that an astonishing 70% of projects fall short of their intended goals? Large organizations frequently find themselves trailing their strategic plans within the very first year. This not only complicates the achievement of second-year goals but also casts doubt on objectives for years three to five. The rigidity of strategic plans often hinders updates, and CEOs frequently shoulder the blame.
Both authors have extensive experience in project management, building their careers on translating executive visions into practical realities through projects and programs. Their book serves as a beacon, illuminating the path to successful strategy implementation, enriched by over four decades of hands-on experience and in-depth research into the existing literature on this crucial subject.
Excited to delve deeper into this transformative subject? Grab the first 3 chapters of the book for free and gain invaluable insights on closing the strategy implementation gap and honing your skills as an effective executive.
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