Posts by Robin Champ

Cross-functional doesn’t have to mean chaotic. Train teams to think strategically -even when they speak different “languages.” Today’s most complex challenges don’t sit neatly within one department. Strategy increasingly happens at the intersection of functions – operations, finance, IT, HR, marketing, policy, and beyond. But when teams bring different priorities, vocabularies, and incentives to the…

Wondering where AI fits in your strategy? Learn how real organizations are using it for insight, execution, and smarter decisions.  Artificial intelligence has moved quickly from experimentation to expectation. But while many organizations are deploying AI tools, far fewer are integrating AI into their business strategy in a way that actually improves outcomes. The difference…

Trying to make sense of strategic planning and innovation? We break it down – and offer strategies that work. Many organizations treat strategic planning and innovation as separate disciplines. Strategy sets direction. Innovation creates new ideas. But in today’s volatile environment, separating the two is a major risk. Sustainable success comes from intentionally integrating innovation…

Your strategy team is one of the most powerful drivers of organizational success. But while they share common goals, each member brings different strengths, experiences, and development needs. That’s why the most effective capability-building approach isn’t one-size-fits-all – it’s strategic. Why Personalization Matters High-performing organizations know that leadership training and development must align directly with…

Resilient organizations don’t just bounce back – they plan ahead. In a world defined by volatility, uncertainty, and disruption, organizational resilience has become a strategic differentiator. The most adaptive organizations aren’t just lucky – they’re deliberate. They integrate resilience into every aspect of their business strategy, from vision to execution. The Link Between Strategy and…

Most organizations treat risk as something to react to. But in reality, the strongest leaders know risk is something you can anticipate, shape, and strategically leverage. That’s where the strategic discipline of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) comes in. ERM Through a Strategy Lens So what is ERM, really? It’s the practice of looking across your…

Trying to make sense of how professional development fuels long-term strategy execution? We break it down – and offer strategies that work. In today’s fast-changing environment, strategy isn’t just about creating a plan – it’s about building the capability to deliver it. Many organizations underestimate the link between professional development and sustainable strategic execution. The…

Remote work changed the game – has your strategic planning kept up? The modern workplace looks very different from just a few years ago. Distributed teams, flexible schedules, and digital collaboration tools have redefined how work gets done. Yet many organizations still rely on traditional, in-person models of planning that don’t fully fit today’s reality.…

“Hope isn’t a strategy.” Yet too often, organizations rely on optimism rather than disciplined risk planning when making critical choices. In a world where disruption is the norm, proactively weaving risk considerations is a hallmark of effective business strategy. Many organizations focus on risk only during annual reviews or compliance cycles. But true enterprise risk…