Harvard Business

JANUARY 31, 2024

Safety-net health systems in the United States are facing enormous financial and operational challenges. These anchor systems are critical to their communities because they care for low-income populations and are key players in the local economy.

System 86

System Government Financial Operations 86

Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Technological progress and new digital products have perennially been relied upon for improving operations. Electronic Health Records (EHRs) were hailed as a cure to the inefficiency of paper-based systems. But the truth is, tech can often make bureaucracy worse.

System 89

System Operations Study Time Management 89

Markovitz Consulting

APRIL 7, 2020

when the lean operating system she helped install enabled the staff at the Starbucks stores around Newtown, CT manage the chaos and trauma around the Newtown massacre. So, an initiative that was intended to create a consistent experience for the customer was actually creating slightly different operations in every store.

Operations 56

Operations Enterprise Banking Video 56

Consulting Matters

JANUARY 17, 2020

Understands how the culture and power networks operate within the client system. Helps clients anticipate the Customer/Client, Employee, and Financial/Operational impact of business decisions. Recognizes and understands organizations as dynamic, political, economic, and social systems which have multiple goals.

Methodologies 207

Methodologies System Data Financial 207

Markovitz Consulting

JUNE 26, 2017

I was at a conference for internet retailers two weeks ago and was overwhelmed by the software and hardware solutions promising to solve all their operational problems and turn their ecommerce businesses into a highly profitable, eight figure monsters. Yes, the system is pricey, but think of the productivity improvement! They’re lying.

Software 178

Software System Sales Operations 178

Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Politics gets its bad rap when leaders operate out of self-interest versus the best interest of others. CLARIFYING THE SOCIAL SYSTEM. What are the formal systems for decision-making? Politics is not necessarily a bad thing. Which departments get alone with one another? Which departments are in conflict? Are there cliques?

Culture 213

Culture Exercises System Talent 213

Harvard Business

JULY 12, 2024

But the main problem often is the underlying systems. To generate better outcomes, increase safety, and improve efficiency, health care organizations should shift their focus to designing systems that facilitate delivery of the highest-quality care.

System 83

System Efficiency Culture Leadership 83

Steve Shu Consulting

JULY 16, 2020

There may also be management consultants that operate more like pharmacists. unprofitable company, poor customer service, divisions not working together well, technology systems a mess), there are also management consultants that are more like life coaches or entrepreneurial partners that help with opportunities.

Management 195

Management Consulting Operations System 195

Clarity Consultants

MAY 19, 2024

Mastering the art of Learning Management System (LMS) optimization is essential for any organization striving for efficiency and effectiveness. Those responsible for overseeing the LMS must ensure it seamlessly integrates with other systems and serves the diverse needs of learners and administrators alike. Contact us today !

System 64

System Management Analysis Efficiency 64

Consulting Matters

AUGUST 6, 2018

I was asked to lead a massive initiative at Disney to help the operations executives redefine the guest/cast and cast/leader experience. Tactically knowing how to enhance your ability to see your client's true political system and how to navigate it. Download Episode Transcript.

Case Interview 226

Case Interview Exercises Talent Interviews 226

PM Alliance

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Users may not sing an old system’s praises, but your project team could find that the staying power of a well-entrenched platform exceeds every expectation. Why do these legacy systems—which are sometimes clunky, slow, and lacking the latest features—have the power to derail your digital transformation efforts?

System 68

System Agile Enterprise Operations 68

Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Politics gets its bad rap when leaders operate out of self-interest versus the best interest of others. CLARIFYING THE SOCIAL SYSTEM. What are the formal systems for decision-making? Politics is not necessarily a bad thing. Which departments get alone with one another? Which departments are in conflict? Are there cliques?

Culture 184

Culture Exercises System Talent 184

Business Consulting Agency

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Additionally, it emphasizes how technology consulting services can assist businesses of all sizes in managing and enhancing their digital operations. Elevating digital operations with expert assistance. A well-integrated system provides a cohesive user experience, reducing bounce rates and improving user engagement.

Operations 52

Operations Management Consulting System 52

Tom Spencer

JUNE 9, 2023

In the digital age, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to gain a competitive edge and streamline their operations. From enhancing customer experiences to optimizing decision-making processes, AI is reshaping the way businesses operate and opening up new possibilities for growth.

Data 147

Data Operations Efficiency System 147

Steve Shu Consulting

MAY 20, 2018

As an example, for one of my first clients as an independent consultant, I got in the door through the referral of an IT systems consultant (met at a local lunch talk) who needed to help their client do an operational analysis. gave them some management one-pagers I wrote on their topic).

Marketing 150

Marketing Case Studies Case Study Consulting 150

Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

I asked my partner Jen Hamilton - our community Chief Operating Officer to be my guest today and share all the deets on the what you'll need and how much it all costs so that you can plan in advance for both the startup and ongoing costs. You don’t necessarily need, especially as you’re getting started, a full tracking system.

Consulting 296

Consulting How To Insurance Insurance 296

Markovitz Consulting

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

But when it comes to internal operations at least, disruption is often both bad for business and for employees, because it causes unevenness in work. Last week , I wrote about how kaizen events can disrupt daily operations and overburden employees. Some changes in metrics are just noise in an otherwise stable system.

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Metrics System Operations Trends 124

Harvard Business

JUNE 21, 2024

While scalable robotic systems can handle up to 1,000 tasks per hour, they often face limitations where additional robots don’t improve performance. The incremental approach of integrating human roles with automated systems not only keeps operations cost effective but also leverages human adaptability for continuous improvements.

Research 95

Research Operations Efficiency System 95

Markovitz Consulting

JANUARY 7, 2019

But when it comes to internal operations at least, disruption is often both bad for business and for employees, because it causes unevenness in work. Taiichi Ohno, one of the fathers of the Toyota production system, described three manufacturing evils that companies should avoid: mura (unevenness), muri (overburden), and muda (waste).

Operations 160

Operations Retail Resources Productivity 160

Successful Independent Consulting

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Next, sanity check your range of rates by researching common salaries in your field, asking an AI tool, or asking other solopreneurs what they charge. No matter how you set your rate, you must have absolute confidence when you quote it! The Path Forward Just because it's called solopreneurship doesn't mean you have to do it alone.

Consulting 195

Consulting Insurance Insurance Resumes 195

Tom Spencer

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

In the methodology upheld by Kennedy as well as Consultancy.org, Management Consulting is a collective term used for all services that fall under Strategy Consulting, Operations Consulting and HR Consulting. Operations Consultants: Operations consultants are consultants who help clients improve the performance of their operations.

Consulting 135

Consulting Operations Financial Real Estate 135

Consulting Matters

AUGUST 8, 2024

I also failed to have clear operating agreements, leading to costly mistakes. Don’t enter partnerships without clear agreements and operating terms. Understand Your Website and Marketing System: Know what’s under the hood so you can manage the people you hire and ensure they deliver the results you need.

How To 156

How To Consulting Operations Talent 156

Markovitz Consulting

MARCH 12, 2019

John Shook and others have written extensively about how lean is a socio-technical system, not just a collection of tools. It must be integral to the way the company operates. Lean becomes something nice to do, not something that must be done for the long-term success—and survival—of the company.

Training 157

Training Training Development Tools 157

Successful Independent Consulting

AUGUST 24, 2022

Rather we operate solo- or micro- businesses. During an engagement, our activities may include a wide variety of activities – from system analysis and design to coaching executives, technical assistance, and producing intellectual property. Independent: We are not employees deployed to larger organizations by consulting firms.

Consulting 195

Consulting Intellectual Property Deloitte Accenture 195

Consulting Matters

JANUARY 23, 2020

While there are many systemic reasons that I can pinpoint for this challenge such as the reduced headcount, higher pressure for short-term numbers, expectations of 24/7 connectivity, the net result is all the same. The Impact of Excessive Stress on High-Achieving Women. We have come a long way, baby for sure.

Operations 218

Operations Travel Chemicals System 218

Successful Independent Consulting

APRIL 27, 2022

By definition, we stand outside of the system we analyze, troubleshoot, or design. Consultants are senior-level people, well-versed in the art and science of the domain in which we consult, be that change leadership or system architecture. By contrast, professional independent consultants operate as microbusinesses.

Consulting 195

Consulting Accenture Hotels Nonprofit 195

Effective Managers

JUNE 24, 2024

Examining Practical Applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Improving Business Processes Leveraging AI into business operations has become a transformative force across various industries. AI in Streamlining Operations AI technology has made significant strides in optimizing operational efficiency.

Ethics 92

Ethics Efficiency Operations ROI 92

Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Under the surface, supply chain risk has become severe, systemic, and strategic. Addressing the risk cannot be left to procurement and operations teams alone, however smart and skillful they are. Boards and CEOs need to put supply chains back at the top of their agendas.

Operations 85

Operations Financial System Leadership 85

Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Now, onto the top 5 personal power skills of an organizational consultant… Skill #1: Systems thinking. Systems thinking is your understanding of the organization and how all the pieces of the organization are connected to one another. It's completely free, so definitely sign up now: www.betsyjordyn.com/consulting-masterclass.

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Consulting System Sales Meeting 156

Progressus

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Project-based organizations that are still utilizing legacy systems today have a host of potential system failure, compliance, and integration concerns. According to the United States Government Accountability Office , ten of the government’s legacy systems cost approximately $337 million annually to operate and maintain.

System 52

System ROI Software Government 52

Markovitz Consulting

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Identifying the root causes of a problem that prevent something from operating as it should. Innovation that seeks to fundamentally change how something operates. Toyota added sensor technology, industrial washers, and larger combined systems to better manage the cutting chip waste. Of course, this led to significant down time.

Tools 150

Tools Operations Examples Analysis 150

Tom Spencer

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Routine and repetitive tasks, which traditionally consumed valuable time and resources, can now be handled by AI-powered systems. This has the potential to lower operating expenses, boost sales volumes, and thereby increase overall profitability. AI can improve daily operations by optimising inventory management.

Small Business 78

Small Business Data Efficiency Tools 78

Consulting Matters

OCTOBER 10, 2024

I’ll share the lessons I’ve learned about balancing entrepreneurship and parenthood, from setting clear intentions for your business to making sure your systems and strategies work for you, not against you. Automate: Use systems that streamline your business processes. Efficiency is the name of the game here.

Consulting 156

Consulting How To System Efficiency 156

Tom Spencer

AUGUST 30, 2024

Legacy Systems Legacy technology is another factor slowing down Gen AI’s commercial use. Such systems impede the adoption of novel technologies and the integration of the new capabilities that these innovations can deliver for several reasons.

Banking 88

Banking Ethics System Data 88

Steve Shu Consulting

JANUARY 4, 2023

employers, advisors, platforms, systems providers, investment managers). There will be some players that will be way more agile than others and able to capitalize on both important behavioral implications and operational tactics. In the case of Secure Act 2.0, However, there will also be those that look at this as an opportunity.

Construction 195

Construction Journal Agile Exercises 195

Consulting Matters

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

As an organization development consultant, I played a key role in aligning the senior executive team around how service was delivered on the front lines, what needed to happen to establish Disney's Animal Kingdom as a must-see park, and how the creative and operational teams partnered together. That also tells you what isn't for you.

Organizational Development 156

Organizational Development Consulting How To Development 156

Consulting Success

JANUARY 3, 2018

She founded Precision Partners in 2013 with a focus on helping healthcare and higher education organizations take their fundraising to the next level by streamlining, optimizing, and using the right technology for their operations. Consulting Success System 2.0 17:28] Facing challenges with a support system. [21:58] Mastermind.

Consulting 190

Consulting Healthcare Industry Marketing 190