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Elements That Make an Effective Strategy
Michael Porter, “The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do.”
1. Assess the Current Landscape
Purpose: Understand the internal and external factors impacting the organization.
- Actions:
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- Conduct a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) to evaluate current capabilities and areas for growth.
- Examine industry trends and competitive landscape to identify potential threats and areas of opportunity.
- Gather stakeholder input to understand expectations and assess readiness for change.
- Outcome: A solid grasp of the company’s position, environment, and the strategic context in which decisions will be made.
About the Author
ZIP (Zero-lag Implementation Process)
A proven methodology that moves IT from a “slow-moving worm” to an “agile butterfly,” allowing for the quick, responsive, and high-quality outcomes that today’s business environments demand.
Ed has built his career driving technology initiatives at major corporations such as Northrop Grumman, Regions Bank, and LexisNexis. Over the years, he has worked on dozens of initiatives across a broad spectrum of IT roles and industries—from entry-level programing to managing senior solutions architects and beyond. Through these experiences, he created the ZIP process.
Ed’s main goal is to help professionals and companies thrive in today’s complex IT landscape, reducing the stress of trial-and-error while keeping team relationships strong and projects on track. Over time, he’s observed that in the rapidly evolving tech world, it’s a blend of in-depth knowledge and nimble adaptability that can make or break success.
