Business Operational Excellence- Workshop 2 (Strategic Alignment)
The Appleton Greene Corporate Training Program (CTP) for Business Operational Excellence is provided by Mr. Cody Certified Learning Provider (CLP). Program Specifications: Monthly cost USD$2,500.00; Monthly Workshops 6 hours; Monthly Support 4 hours; Program Duration 18 months; Program orders subject to ongoing availability.
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Learning Provider Profile
Mr. Cody is a Certified Learning Provider (CLP) at Appleton Greene. He is a highly professional and accomplished individual with diverse skills and expertise. This enabled him to start a reputable consultancy business offering a comprehensive suite of business growth-enabling services across a range of diverse industries. These services encompass Engineering, Lean & Operational Excellence, Leadership Development, and Training Programs.
With a proven track record of success, Mr. Cody has demonstrated his exceptional leadership abilities and strategic acumen while fostering strategic partnerships to execute departmental and organizational initiatives and drive change. His coaching, mentoring, and training capabilities have empowered talent to develop their technical and professional capabilities, resulting in improved performance.
Mr. Cody’s proficiency in financial forecasting and budgetary strategy has played a crucial role in creating and managing business strategies, including goal-setting at individual and departmental levels. He has overseen and led numerous high-value projects, encompassing technical, operational (lean), quality, validation, logistical, and behavioral aspects.
With a strong focus on Operational Excellence, Mr. Cody has spearheaded cultural engagement initiatives, driving Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, 5S, standard work, and visual management practices. He excels in resolving complex engineering problems, implementing technical process improvements, and reducing waste through data-driven improvement methodologies.
Throughout his career, Mr. Cody has been instrumental in developing and executing operational policies and procedures, particularly in the areas of quality and regulatory compliance. He has taken ownership of multiple CAPA events, quality risk management, GMP, and quality documentation, ensuring adherence to the highest standards.
Mr. Cody’s extensive professional experience extends beyond his consultancy business. His previous roles include leadership at Abbott Laboratories, an American multinational medical devices and health care company, where he demonstrated his project management skills and successfully executed multifaceted projects. He had similar success in the automotive industry.
Education-wise, Mr. Cody holds a Bachelor of Science Honors Degree in Computer-Aided Manufacturing, together with educational awards in Leadership, Digitization of Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering, and Agriculture. These qualifications and his continuous pursuit of knowledge have equipped him with a well-rounded skill set.
Furthermore, Mr. Cody has authored several white papers on topics related to the manufacturing industry, covering subjects such as Operational Excellence, Product and Process Lifecycle, Cost Reduction Opportunities, Effective Design Solutions, Leadership Effectiveness, and more. He is also Six-Sigma Greenbelt certified and has actively mentored other employees on their journey to certification.
Mr. Cody has participated in various professional programs and courses, including the Mindful Leader, Six-Sigma, Financial and Supervisory Excellence Programs in addition to Abbott-specific courses such as the “Fast Track 50 Program” for high-potential future leaders and the Abbott Leadership Excellence Program (LEP). He possesses extensive experience in utilizing Microsoft applications and has a passion for travel, having visited over 50 countries.
With a solid foundation of experience, knowledge, and a results-driven approach, Mr. Cody is well-equipped to contribute to the success of any business.
MOST Analysis
Mission Statement
Welcome to “Strategic Alignment: Uniting Vision and Action,” a pivotal workshop for global corporate business change agents. This workshop is dedicated to merging strategic vision’s foresight with daily operations’ practicality, forging a path toward holistic organizational effectiveness and agility.
Our mission is to transform each participant into a strategic architect who can design, communicate, and execute strategies that seamlessly align with their organization’s long-term goals. We aim to equip you with an intricate understanding of how strategic alignment can catalyze sustained organizational success.
Through this workshop, you will gain insights into the complexities of formulating and communicating a clear vision, developing strategic plans that resonate with this vision, and translating them into actionable operational steps. We provide a comprehensive blend of theory, practical tools, and hands-on experiences to foster a robust strategic alignment framework within your business.
This workshop will challenge you to think critically about how your organization’s vision aligns with its operational tactics and cultural dynamics. You will be empowered with the skills to drive innovation, make strategic decisions, manage performance, and leverage technology, all while fostering strategic partnerships that enhance your competitive edge.
As we delve into the diverse dimensions of strategic alignment, we will focus on nurturing your leadership qualities to enhance engagement, culture, and communication within your organization. We strive to create a dynamic learning environment where you can share experiences, explore innovative solutions, and collaborate on real-world applications that reflect your newfound expertise in strategic alignment.
By the end of this workshop, you will have mastered the art of aligning vision with action and be prepared to lead your organization through the evolving landscapes of industry and technology. This workshop is your stepping stone to becoming a visionary leader capable of shaping a future where strategic goals and operational realities converge to create exceptional organizational value.
Objectives
01. Foundations of Strategic Alignment: This course will equip participants with a robust understanding of how to align organizational resources and operations with strategic visions and goals, enhancing effectiveness and goal attainment.
02. Vision Crafting and Communication: Train leaders to develop and articulate a clear, inspiring organizational vision that motivates stakeholders and aligns with overarching strategic goals.
03. Strategic Planning for Alignment: Provide participants with the tools to create actionable strategic plans that connect long-term goals with everyday operations and adapt to changing environments.
04. Operationalizing Strategy: Teach how to translate strategic objectives into operational actions, optimizing resource allocation and process efficiency to achieve strategic aims.
05. Leadership and Strategic Alignment: Develop leaders who can effectively integrate strategic thinking with leadership practices to align organizational goals with the strategic vision.
06. Culture and Strategic Alignment: Participants should be enabled to harness organizational culture as a powerful tool for achieving strategic alignment and enhancing competitive advantage.
07. Communication for Alignment: Empower leaders with advanced communication strategies to ensure organizational alignment, manage crises, and foster a feedback-rich environment.
08. Innovation and Strategic Alignment: Equip participants with the skills to manage and drive innovation in alignment with strategic objectives, fostering sustainable growth and maintaining competitive edges.
09. Strategic Decision-Making: Provide insights and frameworks for making informed strategic decisions that navigate complex business scenarios and enhance organizational agility.
10. Performance Management for Strategic Alignment: Teach how to set, measure, and achieve performance targets that directly support and enhance strategic alignment and organizational effectiveness.
11. Technology and Strategic Alignment: Develop expertise in aligning technology initiatives with business strategies to ensure technology investments directly contribute to strategic goals.
12. Strategic Partnerships and Alliances: Instruct on effectively selecting and managing strategic partners that align with and support the organization’s strategic objectives and business goals.
Strategies
01. Empowers new managers with practical leadership tools and broader strategic alignment techniques, focusing on aligning entire organizational resources and operations with strategic visions through real-world applications and personal development exercises.
02. Guides leaders in crafting and communicating a compelling organizational vision, fostering a unified direction, and inspiring all stakeholders by deeply engaging them through interactive workshops and reflective exercises.
03. Provides participants with the skills to connect strategic goals to actionable plans, equipping them with comprehensive strategic planning tools and real-world case studies to enhance business outcomes.
04. Equips participants with the ability to translate strategic objectives into operational successes, using detailed case studies and exercises that link theoretical concepts to practical application in workplace settings.
05. Develops participants’ capabilities to drive strategic change and innovation through practical tools and interactive learning, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
06. Transforms organizational culture into a strategic asset, focusing on alignment, engagement, and competitive advantage through participatory and reflective activities.
07. Enhances strategic communication skills to align messages with organizational goals, effectively engage stakeholders, and manage crises through dynamic, participatory exercises.
08. Equips participants with strategies to foster innovation that aligns with strategic goals, using a blend of technological insights and practical applications to stimulate sustainable growth.
09. Educates participants on strategic decision-making using interactive scenarios and practical exercises encompassing various business functions, enhancing agility, and aligning decisions with broad organizational goals.
10. Equips participants with strategies and tools to set and measure performance goals aligned with organizational strategy, fostering overall performance enhancement.
11. Develop participants’ ability to integrate technology with business strategy, ensuring investments in tech drive competitive advantage through practical examples and road mapping exercises.
12. Guides participants through forming and managing strategic partnerships aligned with business goals, using case studies and interactive negotiations to enhance understanding and application.
Tasks
01. Each participant maps one operational process from their department to a strategic goal, identifies misalignments, and proposes a practical alignment solution to be implemented within a month.
02. Organize a vision statement drafting session where participants develop a clear and concise vision statement. This is followed by a feedback and revision process involving representatives from different levels of their organization to ensure alignment and commitment.
03. Participants will select a case study relevant to their industry. They will use the strategic planning tools provided to develop a one-page strategic outline connecting a long-term goal from the case study to specific, actionable plans within their department.
04. Each participant will choose an operational goal and link this goal back to a strategic objective. They will then draft a brief action plan outlining the steps, resources needed, and timelines to achieve this operational goal.
05. Each participant is required to keep a daily log of at least three decisions per day until our next workshop. They should individually assess how each decision aligns with the organization’s strategic objectives. Weekly meetings will be held where each participant presents the following to the remainder of the group:
• An example of a decision from the past week that demonstrates improved strategic thinking compared to their approach before the workshop.
• A decision from the past week that could have been more aligned with strategic goals.
• An action they plan to take in the coming week to foster strategic thinking within their department.
During these meetings, the group will discuss each participant’s examples to explore further improvements.
06. Facilitate a culture audit session where participants use surveys and interviews to assess the organizational culture against desired strategic objectives. Each participant will then create a brief report on their findings and propose one cultural change initiative that promotes better strategic alignment.
07. (A) Complete a stakeholder mapping exercise for the business’s strategic vision.
(B) Develop a “Communication Playbook” that outlines standard operating procedures for crisis communication. This playbook should include templates for press releases, stakeholder emails, and social media posts, each tailored to different crisis scenarios identified in your risk assessment (see task 9 for risk assessment task).
08. Organize an “Innovation Day” where team members pitch new ideas that align with strategic goals. Each participant should prepare a short presentation on an innovative concept, how it aligns with the company’s strategic goals, and the potential business impact.
09. Conduct a comprehensive risk assessment for a strategic initiative in your organization.
10. Revise current performance metrics to better align with strategic goals. Each participant should create SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals for their teams that directly support strategic objectives. They should also create a monthly performance meeting to review these goals.
11. Conduct a technology audit, during which participants review current technology use and propose new tools or software to enhance efficiency or strategic capabilities. Proposals should include a cost-benefit analysis and alignment with strategic goals.
12. Facilitate a partnership assessment exercise where participants evaluate current or potential partners against strategic alignment criteria.