Find Your True North
12/17/2009
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A compass is a simple gadget, fixed on Earth’s magnetic north
pole, which has improved the safety and efficiency of travel through the
centuries. But a compass just points in the right direction, travelers still
need to have an end destination in mind.
And, to find True North in
your organization takes additional calculations and considerations.
A
well-thought-out strategy can serve as an organizational compass pointing to
True North. It can highlight the path the company must take to effectively
manage performance, and focus the actions of the organization to reach the
destination. That destination might include better utilization, increased
revenue, and spotlighting competitive advantages in
today’s volatile markets. Without True North there is chaos.
How do you find
True North in your company?
Infor’s Performance Management Assessment Tool
enables you to quickly and easily assess your company's ability to manage
strategy against goals and evaluate your current systems and practices. Once
completed, you'll be shown a radar chart of how your organization compares to
other organizations around the world, allowing you to recalibrate True North if
you find your company veering off course.
