Businesses looking for a competitive edge should consider what an organizational analysis has to offer. The awareness gained from taking an in-depth look into the organization can disclose what needs to be done to provide a competitive advantage through effective use of resources and management of costs. This article explores what organizational analysis is all…
The business case for customer-centricity is clear. Organizations with customer-centric cultures are 60% more profitable, and 90% of organizations state that they compete on customer experience alone. HR is often tasked to incorporate customer-centricity into organizational values, onboarding, and training, yet often these initiatives fail to bring real change toward a customer-centric DNA. In this…
Looking at organizational development examples transforms OD from an abstract concept to a tangible understanding of how it works in real life. This article will give you an overview of what organizational development is and examples of how it has been applied from various case studies. These scenarios will provide you with a deeper awareness…
Organizational design is as much an art as it is a science. The process of creating a system in which people can work together to achieve common goals is highly complex, and there is no one way to do it right. In this article, we will explain what organizational design is, what drives organizational design,…
Digital transformation was influencing ways of working long before the pandemic, but lockdowns and the shift to remote working accelerated these changes in significant ways. Welcome to the future of work, where 4-day work weeks are proving to be more productive than traditional 5-day weeks, CEOs and CIOs are considering job sharing, and top talent…
When you think of ‘organizational innovation’, the first companies that might come to mind are big names like Amazon, Apple, Google and Coca-Cola. Many might attribute the companies’ product and financial positions to their innovation. In truth, the common factor between these organizations is that their people strategy is aligned with fostering a culture of…
Culture change in the workplace is unavoidable and is typically a continuous change. The frequency of emerging technologies, as well as fluid economic conditions, employee expectations, government regulations, and social influences, means businesses must consistently reassess their priorities. HR professionals need to stay on top of organizational culture change to help their companies remain competitive. This…
Welcome to another exciting episode of All About HR! This is the series for HR Professionals and business leaders who want to future-proof their organization and learn about the latest trends & insights from industry experts, CHROs, and thought leaders. Is it possible to build a people-first company if you’re using the VC model? In…
Hierarchy has been how societies have been structured throughout the history of humankind. It has translated to the business context as well. The hierarchy culture within organizations strives for clarity and efficiency through a structure resembling a pyramid. What is a hierarchy culture in a business context, and how can HR promote its elements within…
Being customer-focused and result-oriented as an organization is undoubtedly a recipe for business success. Those are also some of the key characteristics of the market culture. Let’s dive into all you need to know about the market culture and how to promote aspects of the market culture within your organization to become a more competitive…