|
|
|
|
|
|
| EXECUTIVE STRATEGIC WORKSHOP |
|
|
|
| |
|
|
| The JAR&A Executive Strategic Workshop is a special form of the STRATSNAP© Strategic Snapshot process which is discussed in some detail above. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Meeting the Need for Strategic Planning Workshops |
|
|
| The Executive Strategic Workshop has been developed specifically to meet the need for 1, 2 and 3 day corporate strategic planning workshops held at the executive and senior management level by numerous organizations on an annual basis. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Combination of Strategic SnapShots |
|
|
| The Executive Strategic Workshop comprises a number of strategic snapshots focussing on a range of specific focus questions selected according to the specific requirements of the client. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| High Impact, High Throughput |
|
|
| This gives a high intensity, high impact, high throughput facilitated planning process which overcomes the inherent weaknesses of many of the facilitation approaches available elsewhere. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Choice of Over 24 Focus Questions |
|
|
| The snapshot processes for any workshop are selected from a menu of over 24 different focus questions. This ensures that the workshop is tailored specifically to the needs of the client organization. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Characteristics of The Executive Strategic Workshop |
|
|
| The characteristics of the Executive Strategic Workshop are as follows: |
|
|
| |
|
|
| 1. High Throughput Numeric Processes |
|
|
| Because the Executive Strategic Workshop makes use of computer based tools and methodologies which convert soft strategic information into numeric values it is possible to process considerable volumes of information in a short time frame. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Delegate Time Used Effectively |
|
|
| This ensures that Executive Strategic Workshop delegate time is used effectively and that a high level of delegate commitment to the results is obtained. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Non-Threatening Environment |
|
|
| The Executive Strategic Workshop approach makes different opinions clear and facilitates discussion of different points of view in a constructive, non-threatening environment. This avoids time wasted in arguments and ensures a high level of consensus. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| 2. Consensus Building |
|
|
| The constructive, non-threatening, facilitation approach makes it possible to achieve a common understanding while recognizing differences in opinion. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Team Building |
|
|
| This gives rise to a team oriented approach to the agreed solution. This in turn is useful from a team building perspective and gives rise to a high level of "buy in" to the results. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| 3. Pre-Workshop Investigation |
|
|
| Prior to the Executive Strategic Workshop an investigation of the current strategic plans and overall direction of the business is undertaken. Information is also gathered concerning critical business issues that require attention. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Tailored to Client Need |
|
|
| This ensures that the overall process is tailored to the specific circumstances of the organization and that the facilitator can guide the delegates through the process both authoritatively and sensitively. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Solution Is An Excellent Fit |
|
|
| This ensures that the final solution is an excellent fit to the client organization. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| 4. Critical Issues (Pareto -- 80:20) Approach |
|
|
| The entire Executive Strategic Workshop process makes use of a critical issues approach which seeks to focus the attention of delegates only on those issues which are of critical importance to the business |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Avoid Second Order Debate |
|
|
| This approach ensures that delegates focus on the factors that are critical thereby avoiding debate and argument over second order issues. The critical issues approach ensures process efficiency and an outcome that is really valuable to the organization |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Workshop Benefit Maximized |
|
|
| The probability of rework or discarding of results is therefore minimized and workshop benefit is maximized. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| 5. Sophisticated Computer Models |
|
|
| The STRATSNAP© process makes use of computer based models which have been developed over many years and which incorporate considerable experience of the strategic analysis and design process. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Process Efficiency |
|
|
| These tools ensure a high level of process efficiency which ensures that delegate time is profitably spent. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| 6. Computer Based With Admin Support |
|
|
| The entire Executive Strategic Workshop process is computer based with administrative support. This ensures that results are immediately available to delegates as data is processed. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| File For Future Reference |
|
|
| Executive Strategic Workshop delegates are supplied with a file in which to store process results as they are received and therefore leave the workshop with a comprehensive collection of information suitable for future reference and application. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Worksheets on CD ROM |
|
|
| Following the Executive Strategic Workshop the client organization is also supplied with a complete set of worksheets on CD ROM so that further computer based analysis can be undertaken. This ensures the longevity and relevance of the process results and gives rise to maximum return on effort. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| 7. Professional Report |
|
|
| Following the Executive Strategic Workshop a professional report, generally delivered within one week of the workshop, is available as an optional extra. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Effective Follow Through |
|
|
| This report ensures that the business has a comprehensive printed record for immediate further reference with a resulting high level of delegate satisfaction and effective decision making and follow through. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Lasting Positive Impact |
|
|
| Overall these features ensure a high return on the Executive Strategic Workshop investment and a process outcome which affords the client organization the greatest possible potential to make a lasting positive impact on the organization. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Supplementary Services |
|
|
| The Executive Strategic Planning Workshop is further supported by a range of supplementary services which assist the client to take the high level strategic snapshots and associated gap analyses and develop them into comprehensive strategic project plans designed to make a lasting postive impact on the organization. Refer to the information on the JAR&A STRATPROC© |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Positive Feedback |
|
|
| Cyprian Xaba, Chief Executive Officer of one of our clients had this to say about the process: |
|
|
| |
|
|
| “Dear James, |
|
|
| |
|
|
| May I take this opportunity to thank you for the professional manner in which you facilitated our strategy workshop. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Your unique strategy analysis instrument kept us focussed on the ball throughout the workshop. Your 7 critical success factor analysis approach was most valuable and educative. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| We not only achieved what we had set ourselves to accomplish, but we also experienced transformation in terms of how we have approached the subject before. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| My colleagues and I are happy to have chosen you to facilitate this workshop, and intend to engage you in the near future to help them with their local strategy sessions. |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Regards |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Cyprian Xaba |
|
|
| (Email us for contact details) |
|
|
| |
|
|
| Conclusion |
|
|
| We look forward to the opportunity to discuss your specific strategic workshop requirements with you. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Request Your STRATSNAP© Executive Strategic Workshop Proposal Now
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Top of Page |
|
|
| Use "Back" button on browser to return to the previous page |
|
|
