🔍 Why Sensemaking is the Secret Ingredient in Change In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, many organisations struggle with the complexities of change. It’s time to shift our perspective. Change isn't just a challenge to overcome—it’s a human experience. Dive into our latest blog, where we explore Karl Weick's concept of sensemaking as a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of change management. Discover how the roles of Drivers, Enablers, and Contributors are essential in navigating this landscape. Learn more about our innovative Reframe Change program and unlock the potential of sensemaking. ✨ 👉 Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/3WOaw1B #Sensemaking #ChangeManagement #HumanCentredChange

Are you building a business case for an idea management program? 💡 The chances are, you'll be asking yourself many of the same questions as other innovation leaders going through the process. Our latest webinar set out to answer them. Together with Joyce Oomen-Beeris, founder of Pimcy BV | Innovatie & Portfolio Management, we tackled some of the questions we face most frequently from innovation professionals building a business case for idea management. You can watch it on demand here: https://hubs.la/Q02DzYfx0 #innovationmanagement #ideamanagement #entepriseinnovation

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Fostering a culture of shared learning across diverse business units and product lines can pose challenges. We understand this prevalent difficulty and are ready to assist. Allow us to guide you in advancing your strategic planning to new heights. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/d4tenfez #BusinessStrategy #StrategicPlanning #GrowthStrategy #LifeScience #LeadStrategy #StrategicPlanning #BusinessTransformation

In my journey through value creation, I've learned a critical lesson: what we perceive as valuable or important might not always match the true needs or desires of our stakeholders. This realization begs a deeper exploration into 'importance'—a concept varying significantly across stakeholders. Finance departments might prioritize cost-effectiveness, managers might seek efficiency, while customers might value innovation, convenience, or something else! The crux of effective value proposition lies not in assuming what's important but in understanding and empathizing with the diverse needs of our stakeholders. By gathering their stories and insights, we ensure that our efforts culminate not in vanity projects, but in solutions that truly resonate and bring value to their lives, regardless of scale. As we navigate through the complexities of value creation, let's constantly remind ourselves to ask, 'Important to whom?' This question, followed by genuine engagement with the relevant stakeholders, is fundamental in crafting offerings that are not only meaningful but truly impactful. #ValueCreation #StakeholderEngagement #CustomerCentricity #Innovation #MoreCent

In the course of developing a new product requirement, a critical insight dawned upon me: the profound value embedded in the experiences of our colleagues and stakeholders is frequently overlooked. These individuals are not just employees or partners; they are the custodians of our company's legacy, having navigated through numerous market cycles with resilience. Their accumulated wisdom offers a comprehensive perspective that can substantiate or question the insights derived from quantitative analysis. By integrating their experiences, we convert abstract data into meaningful stories, ensuring that our product strategies are not solely based on empirical data but are also deeply infused with practical knowledge that has been proven over time. This synergy between data and human experience often catalyzes breakthrough moments, significantly enhancing our strategic decisions and aligning them more closely with our organization's core values and historical successes. #productmanagement #businessinsights #StakeholderEngagement, #datadrivendecisions #businessstrategy #productdevelopment #InsightfulLeadership #innovationmanagement #TeamCollaboration

How does your organisation need to change to stop getting stuck in endless cycles of product innovation failure? 💔 In the latest post on the Sparck blog Kylie Upton breaks down some of the cultural problems that get in the way of success – and highlights 5 steps to fixing them. From learning to be patient, to focusing on one problem at a time, she brings a product manager’s mind to the question of culture change. Check it out here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eKfpT3fi [Image description: A cog turning into circuitry, representing digital transformation.] #innovation #ProductOwnership #ProductManagement

In a continuation of the series from last week, I wrote an article around building great products at scale. Let me know your thoughts. What techniques have you found work at scale?

Case Study: Annual Planning at Oscar Health Oscar Health, a leading health tech company founded in 2012, has a mission to make a healthier life accessible and affordable for all. As the company has grown significantly over the years, the challenge of aligning a large product and engineering organization for annual planning became more complex. Clare Hawthorne, Senior Director of Product Operations at Oscar, played a crucial role in refining the annual planning process. By designing a structured cadence for inputs, decisions, and communications, Clare and her team ensured that all stakeholders were aligned on the company's priorities and goals. One of the key aspects of Oscar's annual planning process is the division of initiatives into "global" and "local" categories, allowing the company to focus on organization-wide efforts while also giving individual pods the flexibility to drive specific outcomes. This approach enables teams to prioritize effectively and allocate resources efficiently. The annual planning process at Oscar involves defining key results, creating roadmaps with high confidence for the upcoming quarters, and aligning resource plans to meet the company's objectives. Regular check-ins with cross-functional stakeholders ensure that all departments are aligned on priorities and goals. The results of this structured annual planning process have been significant, with improved alignment, collaboration, and a clearer understanding of the company's direction. Jesse Horowitz, Chief Product Officer at Oscar, commended the efforts of the product operations team in enabling a more efficient planning process and expressed optimism for future cycles. In conclusion, product operations plays a critical role in driving the success of annual planning at Oscar Health. By providing structure, templates, frameworks, and facilitating productive meetings, the team ensures that the entire organization can execute with precision and confidence. The process continues to evolve with each cycle, with a focus on continual improvement and learning. How can your organization leverage structured planning to drive alignment and success? I’d love to hear your thoughts! You can read the full case study in our book, "Product Operations," co-authored by Denise Tilles. Discover essential strategies and practical tips to elevate your product development journey. 👉 Grab your copy here: https://lnkd.in/eEGsfKUg #ProductOperations #AnnualPlanning #OscarHealth #HealthTech #Innovation #SuccessStory

As product managers, we have a responsibility to consider the environmental impact of our products. Sustainable product management is not just a trend; it's a necessity for the future of our planet. Integrate sustainability into your product strategy. Consider eco-friendly materials, energy efficiency, and the product lifecycle. Small changes can make a big difference. #ProductManagement #Sustainability #GreenProducts #Innovation #Leadership #EcoFriendly #ProductDesign #Future