DMR 04/2011
Alignment
Published on 08.12.2011
Skydivers falling in formations are masters of alignment. If all of the jumpers are to find their positions in the completed formation as planned, each and every one of them must be oriented and aligned with the neighboring divers. This type of behavior is also familiar from animals that move in swarms: fish or birds react to the changes in direction of their neighbors so that every change of direction can be accomplished as a unit. When it comes to classic business alignment, however, marching in step and mutual alignment still fall under the category of wishful thinking. And synchronization is necessary at many interfaces within the company as well as beyond the company walls. Our authors have case studies from the sectors automotive, ICT, and government for examination, give thought as to where and how innovation can find a place within the framework of perfect coordination of strategy and structure, and illustrate how much the reconciliation of the strategic objectives of a service level agreement with the metrics for the measurement of these objectives can contribute to the success of an outsourcing deal.
Summary of the contents
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Johannes Ewers
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