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We are delighted to welcome William (Bill) Ruh as a Strategic Advisor to StratifyPro. His extensive experience in digital transformation, technology, business and leadership will be invaluable to our team. Mr. Ruh's insights and guidance will help us continue to innovate and drive growth in the strategic planning and execution space. We are excited to collaborate with him and leverage his expertise to achieve our goals. Please see Mr Ruh's full Bio... Mr. Ruh is the former CEO of the Digital Business and a corporate officer at Lendlease Group. He currently serves on the public board of Magna, where he chairs the Technology Committee, and on several startup boards, including Podium.io, PlaceForm, Kscope.ai, StratifyPro and Joogi. Additionally, he is an advisory board member at World/Digital 50 and the California State University, Fullerton School of Engineering. With over 40 years of experience, Mr. Ruh has held various CEO and global General Management roles with increasing responsibility, managing P&Ls from startups to multi-billion-dollar companies. His career spans iconic technology firms such as General Electric, Cisco, Software AG, The MITRE Corporation, and Concept Five Technologies. His leadership extends across North America, Australia, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. As a digital and business transformation expert, Mr. Ruh has consistently scaled operations, driven growth, and improved profitability by rapidly and effectively adapting new business models at critical inflection points. Notable achievements include: - Founding a first generation Internet startup leading to acquisition of the technology - Modernizing a software business legacy mainframe portfolio to modern digital software products, enabling a doubling of revenues - Expanding and scaling a services business model through software, helping to triple business unit revenues in seven years - Establishing industry-first digital businesses in aviation, energy, healthcare, and transportation doubling digital revenues - Creating and spinning out two Proptech startups, introducing the industries first AI-based product lines in automating building design and retail operations Educated as a technologist, he possesses extensive knowledge in cybersecurity, SaaS, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, software development, and IoT. He is a member of the National Association of Corporate Directors and has served on several startup boards, including eNTR, Akrometrix, Taleris, Pivotal, and CADMakers. He has also been involved with non-profits such as the American Chamber of Commerce Australia, Digital Twin Consortium, Object Management Group, Industrial Internet Consortium, and Building 4.0 Research Company. A former adjunct professor and author of four technology books, Mr. Ruh holds Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Computer Science from California State University, Fullerton.

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Here is what we learned from our clients over the years… Many of our clients come to us expressing frustration with the difficulty of translating strategy into action. This disconnect between day-to-day operations and the overall strategic direction is a common challenge that contributes to high failure rates in strategy execution. Despite best efforts, many organizations continue to grapple with the challenges of strategic execution. Common practices include: - Planning & Communicating - From PowerPoint presentations to whiteboard brainstorming, companies rely on a variety of tools to create and communicate their strategies that quickly become obsoleted and misaligned. - Execution -  Many organizations rely on a patchwork of tools, like the millions of project management software applications and spreadsheets, to manage their projects. While these tools can be helpful, they often lack the integration and structure needed for effective strategic execution and alignment to outcomes.. - Measuring & Decision Making - Many organizations rely on centralized analytics tools, such as Power BI or Tableau, to visualize results. However, these tools can be limited in terms of accessibility and may not provide a comprehensive view of the entire strategy to everyone.. Overall, Companies have experimented with various tools and methods to plan, execute and measure their strategies, often relying on a patchwork of solutions that do not interoperate. Here is what some companies are discovering to help them succeed in this space … The key to success lies in connecting the various tools and processes into a cohesive ecosystem aligned to strategic outcomes. While many organizations have valuable tools in place, they often lack the integration and alignment needed to drive strategic outcomes. StratifyPro streamlines your strategic execution by integrating your existing tools and processes. Our unified platform ensures alignment, enhances efficiency, and empowers you to achieve your strategic goals. Unlike fragmented tools, StratifyPro offers a comprehensive solution for strategic planning, execution, and measurement. Key Benefits: - Alignment: Connects actions, projects, and goals to ensure they contribute to your strategic objectives. - Efficiency: Streamlines workflows and reduces wasted resources. - Data-Driven Insights: Provides real-time data for informed decision-making. - Flexibility: Works seamlessly with your existing tools and processes. Experience the StratifyPro Difference Let's discuss how StratifyPro can help your organization achieve its strategic goals. Schedule a meeting to learn more. #strategicplanning #strategicexecution #strategy #strategy

An Action without a Home What is an Action without a Home? An action that is not aligned to a goal is an "Action without a Home"; more specifically this is a task or activity that lacks a clear connection to a specific strategic objective. For example, projects and actions that are not aligned with the organization's overall mission or strategy. Why is this harmful? When actions are not aligned to goals, they can lead to wasted resources, inefficiencies, and a lack of focus on strategic priorities. It's essential to ensure that all actions are clearly linked to strategic objectives to maximize their impact and contribute to overall success. The Correct Approach You can manually track the alignment of actions and goals using spreadsheets and extensive reviews with your teams. However, this approach is time-consuming, expensive and prone to human error. StratifyPro offers a more efficient and reliable solution. By automating the process and providing a clear visual representation of the alignment between actions and goals, StratifyPro helps organizations avoid errors and maintain focus on strategic priorities. #strategicplanning #strategicexecution #goalalignment #strategy

One client is already on track to save over $5 million in the first year alone thanks to StratifyPro. We replaced their endless spreadsheets and PowerPoint purgatory with AI-powered automation. Strategic planning used to be a time-sucking black hole, but now it's a breeze. They’ve already uncovered over 4,000 hours of wasted time per plan annually. That's half a million dollars flushed down the drain before StratifyPro. But the savings are just the beginning. Imagine eliminating failed projects in just three months, accelerating wins in six, and driving sustainable growth in a year. That’s the power of StratifyPro. We're not just saving you money; we’re supercharging your strategy, unlocking your team's potential, and delivering tangible results and strategic outcomes – faster. #strategicplanning #strategicexecution #ROI #strategy

Goal alignment. It's often touted as the secret sauce to organizational success. But what if we told you it could also be a silent killer? That's right. Misaligned goals can wreak havoc on teams and businesses, often undetected until it’s too late. It's a hidden problem that can lead to chaos if not addressed proactively. In this “Beyond the Strategy” insight we'll uncover the hidden perils of misaligned goals and explore strategies to ensure your team is truly working in harmony. The Harm of Cascading Goals Cascading goals is a common approach that, at first glance, seems to offer a clear path to organizational success. By breaking down high-level objectives into specific targets for each level, it creates a structured framework. However, this top-down method often masks a more insidious problem: misalignment. Cascading goals, while seemingly logical, can stifle innovation, reduce accountability, and ultimately hinder progress. The Solution is Goal Alignment On the surface, cascading goals and goal alignment might seem interchangeable. Both aim to create a unified direction for an organization. However, there's a critical distinction. Goal alignment is a collaborative process that involves employees at all levels in setting objectives. It fosters a shared sense of purpose and ensures everyone is pulling in the same direction. This is often overlooked because cascading goals, while less effective, can appear to be a straightforward solution. In essence, cascading goals pushes objectives downward, while aligning goals creates a two-way process where goals are shaped and understood collectively. The How: Achieving Goal Alignment To achieve effective goal alignment, organizations should establish a clear vision, involve employees in goal setting, use a strategy management system for strategic planning and performance measurement, foster collaboration, and provide necessary resources. By detecting and shifting from a top-down approach to a collaborative one, companies can maximize their potential and drive sustainable growth while avoiding chaos when it's too late! #strategicplanning #strategicexecution #goalalignment #strategy

KPI Misalignment What is KPI Misalignment? Embedding KPIs within actions creates a complex and ineffective structure. This approach obscures the larger picture by focusing too narrowly on individual tasks. It can lead to an overemphasis on short-term metrics, hindering strategic decision-making. Why KPI Misalignment is Harmful? When KPIs are intertwined with actions, it becomes difficult to assess overall performance and make data-driven adjustments; you may check off actions being “complete”, but likely have missed the outcomes. This can result in suboptimal resource allocation, missed opportunities, and a lack of alignment with organizational goals. The Correct Approach is A Hierarchical Structure: To optimize performance and the likelihood of achieving outcomes, KPIs should be linked to overarching goals, while actions serve as the tactics to influence those KPIs. This structure provides clarity, flexibility, and a holistic view of performance. By separating KPIs from actions, organizations can effectively measure progress, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions. #strategicdecisions #kpimanagement #OKR #strategicalignment

Decades of guiding businesses through strategic planning and execution have shown us that success is more than just big ideas. Often, it's the overlooked details in these plans that, if left unattended, can derail even the most promising strategies. We've dedicated years to helping businesses unearth and overcome hidden challenges within their strategic plans. Come back and visit our Linkedin Page regularly as we go “Beyond the Strategy”, where we expose some of these often overlooked challenges one by one. #strategicplanning #strategicexecution #strategy #strategicplan