Learn Business Strategy Planning For Competitive Advantage

How to develop a successful business strategy - analysis, planning, business fundamentals & strategy implementation

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Learn Business Strategy Planning For Competitive Advantage

What You Will Learn!

Definition of strategy, the fundamental essence of why and how an organisation thrives
Strategy is not a forecast or an objective, you need a strategic plan for the trajectory of change
The Gillette Case Study From "Good To Great" illustrates the exponential growth curve
An engineering approach to strategy and how engineers don't design a bridge to stand up, they design it not to fall down
Meticulous design and attention to detail with high professional standards and legal accountability for executives
The value of technology is determined by the person using it, such as a stethoscope or machine gun
90% of strategic plans fail to deliver, 70% of business process investments fail to deliver
The critical factors causing strategy implementation success and failure
Three alternative system value scenarios unlocking the true potential of technology investment
Strategic engineered precision configuration with clever customisation achieved competitive advantage at Dior
The importance of CEO executive custody, top down transformational leadership and how to achieve it
Determining the essence of the business and how it thrives through question based analysis
The core objective of strategy implementation is to create competitive advantage through differentiation
How global differentiators have changed in the last six decades
Critical differentiators; management of human resource, market focus, strategic capability
Essential business knowledge; economic drivers, core customer, market and users, core technologies and systems
The beneficial business impact; what should a solution deliver; problems, design and outcomes
Requirements for a successful strategic analysis and design outcome
How to go about developing a robust strategic design; gap analysis, action plan and continuous improvement
Examples of strategic and essence orientated focus questions
Analysis of the strategic environment; envisioning a future state and how to get there
Introduction to the toolset and method for strategic planning method; StratSnap, StratGap, StratAction
Weight determination, scoring, gap analysis and the development of the strategic programme implementation plan
Development of critical competencies and the management and measurement of strategically aligned Key Performance Metrics

Description

"A wonderful course on a practical approach to strategy specifically focused on execution. You learn a lot of practical tips based on years of experience on strategy development and execution." - Robert H.

"I really enjoyed the course. Wish it was longer!!!! The delivery was great. The content is educational. I really learned a lot as I've been working on learning about the development of data strategies this course on strategy was a welcome surprise. Been through a few courses and books on strategy and none come close. Thank you" - Thabiso M.

“James, you really know what strategy is, and what work you have to do, to do it.” – Michael Utvich (Automotive Industry Strategy Consultant)

“Your process has been quite amazing. And as everybody has said, your approach and your tools have actually assisted us to arrive at this point in time so quickly.” – Tina E (Group Managing Director)

“I came away from it with a much clearer vision, new feasible and achievable objectives and in particular what was on the hearts of my staff in these most difficult of times.” – Louis Fourie (OHS Consultancy)

“I found this exceptionally valuable.” – Gerhard S (Group Executive)

What is the value of an actionable strategic plan, effectively executed? What percentage increase in revenue/market share/EBITDA do you want to achieve over 3 years? What value would you attach to a method, training and tools that enabled you to achieve this?

In this online course learn about what strategic thinking really is and how you should approach strategic initiatives in your organisation. Dr Roberston draws on his economics, engineering and military experience to present a very structured and systematic strategic mindset.

Learn and apply the concepts that will help you quickly and accurately analyze your strategic environment. Learn how to approach the development of a detailed, prioritized strategic action plan that will guide your organization in delivering the value you know is there.

In this course you will get:

Lessons about strategy in a micro-learning format; each lesson presents 3-5 executive learning outcomes that you can immediately apply and take advantage of in your business
A systematic and structured approach to the development of strategic plans; a no-nonsense direct message that cuts through the hype of strategic consulting
An overview of the strategic planning process; the tools and method, governance, focus questions, strategic map, how to approach brainstorming, synthesis of critical factors and the right mindset for converting critical factors into an implementation plan
A full understanding of what strategy is, what it is not and how it actually drives business success
Case studies that help you understand the essence of strategic thinking so that you have practical reference points for the concepts and definitions that are taught in this course
Brutal and honest truths about the strategic consulting industry and the actual state of success of strategic initiatives in most organisations

Enrol today and learn the essence of true strategy for fundamental and long lasting transformational change in your organisation. Take advantage of Dr James Roberston's decades of experience and straight talking teaching.

Who Should Attend!

Business people involved in analysing and developing strategy
Anyone who is looking for a structured and systematic approach to successful strategic thinking
Executives and leaders who need to create a clear path to competitive advantage for their organisation

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