Mapping Out Strategic Execution: Part 2 of “Why We Fail at Strategic Implementation“
In the first segment of this article, we explored some common causes of plan execution failure. The issues addressed in that article are all avoidable if execution is planned and managed properly. Much of the success or failure of strategic implementation is determined during the planning process. The issues not dealt with during the planning process can be systematically handled during tactical execution. This article delves into a six step road map for strategic execution and provides techniques and strategies to mitigate problems in execution and avoid implementation issues with our strategic plans.
