What does it mean to have a 'balanced' organisation?
The pursuit of ‘balance’ seems to be an unstated objective of organisations. But what do we mean by balance?
How might we think about organisation, reform and change?
Well-worn and circular discussions of visions, aspirations, culture, leadership and values often plague our discussions of change and reform. What if we were focused on how we are organised to deliver capability instead?
Change, change management and leadership
Change, adaptation, evolution, revolution, development, adjustment, shift, transition, innovation, modification, and variation are all aspects of our daily lives, the lives of our families, and our relationships with others. Do we manage change?
Can we act without a ‘crisis’?
The collective response of public and private sector organisations to an immediate crisis is administratively, organisationally and socially comprehensive. When faced with a direct and tangible threat, the response is quick and decisive. But what if the crisis is slow-moving?