About this Presentation
John presents an introduction to constructing strategy and tactic trees (S&T). Starting with the basics, he describes a simplified approach demonstrating where to start, how to frame the subject and then generate the S&T. The presentation organization includes: 1. Introduction: A brief history of the thinking processes. 2. Rules for astute observation: – Selecting the biggest contradiction or undesirable effect (UDE). – Interrogation to reveal a set of assumptions. – Reconstructing the generic cloud. – Selecting supporting assumptions. – The direction of a solution – Strategy: What must be accomplished? – How to accomplish the strategy –The tactic. – Acknowledging issues of synchronization and risk. 3. Building an S&T –Start by creating an S&T framework -Example.
What Will You Learn
To help you get the most value from this session, we’ve highlighted a few key points. These takeaways capture the main ideas and practical insights from the presentation, making it easier for you to review, reflect, and apply what you’ve learned.
Strategy and tactic trees are a powerful tool for business management and decision making.
Modern information technology provides instant access to data, but current supply chain policies are not taking advantage of this capability.
Forecasting orders are shown to be the cause and even amplify the order over and under estimating distortion.
Instructor(s)
John Thompson
John Thompson, co-founder of Exepron, a premier cloud-based Enterprise Scheduling and Project Portfolio Application, boasts over 30 years of expertise in the Theory of Constraints, including Critical Chain Project Management, Production, Distribution, Strategy and tactics, and Throughput Accounting. A Certified Associate of Dr. Eli Goldratt and two-time TOC International Certification Organization Board Chairman, he has been instrumental in setting global standards in the field. Beyond Exepron, John heads Global Focus, LLC, a top-tier consultancy known for fostering business growth and turnarounds, with a portfolio spanning industries from Aerospace to Heavy Steel Fabrication. A BSc (Hon) in Forest Engineering alumnus from the University of Stellenbosch, RSA, John has served on numerous boards, including the TOCICO Board for 12 years and the Louisiana Export Council since 2009. His dedication to excellence and organizational success is unparalleled.