by Operations Council | Apr 23, 2024 | Risk Management
Risks are a given in any thriving business landscape. Not every risk is a bad one, but many make your company vulnerable to fraud, safety issues, a lack of compliance, and other threats. As COO, it’s your job to identify risks and mitigate them. This article will...
by Operations Council | Apr 18, 2024 | COO Insights, Leadership
In the fast-paced world of business, effective communication stands as the backbone of successful leadership. For COOs, the challenge is not just in what they communicate, but how, when, and to whom. The complexity of this communication landscape can be navigated...
by Operations Council | Apr 15, 2024 | COO Best Practices, Ecommerce
In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, where consumer preferences evolve at lightning speed and the competition never sleeps, Chief Operating Officers (COOs) are the maestros orchestrating the complex symphony of operations. Their role is pivotal in ensuring that the...
by Operations Council | Apr 10, 2024 | Economy/Economic
In the role of a COO, every decision can significantly impact the trajectory of their company. Among these, strategic financial decisions are particularly critical, as they directly affect the organization’s sustainability, growth, and profitability. This article...
by Operations Council | Apr 9, 2024 | COO Insights, Meet the COO
As part of the Meet the COO series, the Operations Council recently interviewed Charles Mayfield, Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Chicago Public Schools (CPS) the fourth-largest school district with 800+ sites, over 43K employees, and a $9B budget. Charles’ role...