by Matt Barnes | Jul 29, 2025 | Corporate Strategy, Leadership
Connecting strategy with execution starts and ends with people. To execute well, we must Create Clarity and Buy-in, Focus Execution, and Establish a Rhythm for Accountability. Dos and Don’ts for each of these areas are listed below. The DOs are interdependent and...
by Operations Council | Jul 22, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence (AI), Corporate Strategy
For today’s COOs, artificial intelligence is no longer a distant frontier—it’s a daily operational reality. From supply chain optimization to workforce planning and quality control, AI is rapidly integrating into the fabric of how businesses run. But as AI systems...
by Operations Council | Jul 15, 2025 | Business Environment, Corporate Strategy
The growing popularity of remote work has led to a remote-first business world. In this world, remote is the default or primary model, rather than the secondary one. Companies prioritize flexible work locations, asynchronous communication, and robust technological...
by Operations Council | Aug 30, 2024 | Business Environment, Corporate Strategy, Economy/Economic
With the economy in continuous change, companies can unlock and sustain growth by building new businesses while reinventing and transforming the core business. Below, you will learn about dual transformation and 5 principles to new business success. As reported by...
by Operations Council | Jul 9, 2024 | Analytics, Corporate Strategy, Economy/Economic
COOs are often faced with important decisions. One of the main considerations will be balancing cost and quality. Everyone likes to get the best value for their money. As consumers, we balance cost and value in every purchasing decision. But company decisions require...
by Operations Council | Apr 5, 2024 | Company Culture, Corporate Strategy, HR/Talent, Operations Management
In the heart of every thriving business lies its operations department, the engine room where strategies transform into tangible outcomes. Understanding the typical organizational structure of an operations department is crucial for anyone looking to streamline...