Scenario A
Managers create alignment by allocating assignments to teams |
Let us ponder a few points:
- How likely will our Manager (M) get the Widget that is needed?
- How efficiently will the team (T) work on the Widget?
- How will S contribute to the organization – in the short term and long term?
- What is required to keep everyone aligned? Who needs to invest this effort?
Scenario B
Managers keep their hands off as long as the strategic direction is suitable |
Let us ponder a few points:
- How likely will the Widget be exactly as needed?
- What happens to effectiveness when S joins?
- Which are the likely effects of having S join T? Consider side effects.
- What is required to keep everyone aligned? Who needs to invest this effort?
Comparison
Finally, let us compare the outcome of the two scenarios:
- Which approach will deliver the more valuable Widget?
- Which approach has lower total cost of ownership? Consider the costs of:
- Management
- Waste
- Delay
- Knowledge
- Recruiting
- Opportunity (for getting other things done)
- Which approach will result in a more stable company? Consider:
- Keeping alignment
- Profitability
- Risk of failure
Conclusion
Is active management intervention the best way to align an organization?Draw your own conclusions.
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