About this Presentation
In 'Revolutionizing Project Management: The Power of Strategy and Tactic Trees,' we delve into how a well-defined Strategy and Tactic Tree can be a game-changer for organizations aiming to complete more projects in less time. This comprehensive presentation will showcase the steps for effectively following and adapting this S&T Tree to fit the specific needs and goals of a company. We will emphasize the importance of the management team's involvement in examining, modifying, and endorsing the Tree. This process ensures not only a strategy that is perfectly aligned with the company's unique context but also one that is actively supported and propelled by the management, making the implementation of Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) a top priority. Attendees will learn about the practical aspects of customizing the S&T Tree, including real-world examples and case studies that demonstrate its successful application. The session will also cover the methodologies for engaging and aligning the management team with this strategic shift, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency. By the end of this presentation, participants will have a clear understanding of how to leverage the Strategy and Tactic Tree for transformative results in project management, leading to faster project completion, enhanced efficiency, and sustained organizational growth.
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.
Learn why traditional project planning often fails to link daily execution with overall business goals and how Strategy and Tactic Trees (S&T) provide that alignment.
Understand how building Strategy and Tactic Trees helps teams clarify what outcomes matter, why they matter, and how to act in a structured way that supports decision quality.
See how the S&T approach exposes hidden assumptions, conflicting priorities, and missed success criteria that derail projects before execution begins.
Gain insight into practical steps for using Strategy and Tactic Trees to support better planning, transparent tradeoffs, and sustained focus on organizational priorities throughout a project.
Instructor(s)
David Updegrove
David Updegrove is a 35-year practitioner of the Theory of Constraints and is a member of TOCICO’s Board of Directors. David began his career in storekeeping, production control, and industrial engineering spanning 20 years at the Boeing Company. In 1988 he first implemented Drum-Buffer-Rope for Boeing Microelectronics, achieving remarkable results. This was followed by implementations in Printed Circuit Board Fabrication, Sheet Metal and Extrusion, and other areas. He became an internal consultant at Boeing and trained a large number of engineers on the principles of TOC. In early 2000, David left Boeing to become an independent TOC consultant. He has taught, implemented, and trained leaders in all aspects of TOC all around the world and in multiple different industries. He worked with Dr. Eli Goldratt the last few years of his life. David is the author of two books, The Critical Chain Implementation Handbook, published in 2014, and Breakthrough to Clear Thinking and Innovation, published in 2022. He has also written many articles and papers for the TOC community and beyond.
Uwe Techt
Uwe Techt is Managing Director of VISTEM GmbH & Co. KG and is recognized in German-speaking countries as a pioneer in the use of the Theory of Constraints (TOC) and critical chain project management. As a strategic thinker for fundamental improvements and breakthrough innovations, the top management coach is also in demand as a speaker and author.