GSK is a complex organization which has recognized the need to simplify the operating model to deliver on it’s strategic priorities. The company is removing unnecessary processes and structures. The new, simplified operating model will release more resources for investment and higher returns to shareholders. The plans to simplify include: Evolve commercial model: One single [...]
by sravan ankaraju on February 15, 2009
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In the last post I leveraged the definitions of Emergent strategy that are available for the internet. It is important to realize that an emergent strategy develops when an organization takes a series of actions that with time turn into a consistent pattern of behavior, regardless of specific intentions. Emergent strategy implies that an organization [...]
by sravan ankaraju on February 9, 2009
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Look at new acquisition models of buying hardware and software. Technology as a service (TaaS) is one model. Consider variable-cost models – IT outsourcing is one model. The other models include joint ventures, and shared data centers. Performance driven compensation changes to move from fixed to variable costs. Exploit the new acquisition models for business [...]
by sravan ankaraju on February 7, 2009
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Emergent Strategy is the cumulative effect of day-to-day prioritization and investment decisions made by middle managers, engineers, salespeople, and financial staff. These tend to be tactical, day-to-day operating decisions that are made by people who are not in a visionary, futuristic, or strategic state of mind. In the group I manage, there is a weekly [...]