David Winders’ The Sixsess Consultancy’s Target Operating Model Course Q&A

Summary

 

In this conversation, David Winders discusses the nuances of organisational design and business architecture, emphasising the importance of target operating models (TOM) in translating strategy into actionable plans.

He critiques the reliance on specific methodologies, advocating for flexibility and the use of various tools that resonate with stakeholders.

Winders also highlights the significance of canvases in business modelling, particularly the contributions of Andrew Campbell’s operating model canvas.

The discussion further contrasts certification-based training with the more analytical approach of The Sixsess Consultancy’s courses, ultimately underscoring the value of diverse techniques in business strategy and architecture.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding the Difference Between Business Architecture and Organisational Design

00:57 The Purpose and Methodology of Creating a Target Operating Model

01:54 The Role of Canvases in Target Operating Model Development

02:57 Exploring CCPPOLDAT: A Technique for Cross-Functional Views

06:05 Comparing Success Consultancy Courses and Certification-Based Courses for Target Operating Models

08:05 Organisations That Have Commissioned Target Operating Model Courses

09:11 The Benefits and Application of Andrew Campbell’s Operating Model Canvas

12:28 Strategy Mapping vs. Value Stream Analysis: Choosing the Right Methodology for Strategy

13:18 What is the Better Tool Strategy Mapping or Value Stream Analysis

13:23 Sixsess Consultancy Contact Details and Salutations

Useful Links

The Sixsess Consultancy’s Target Operating Model Course Details

https://sixsess.org/tom-courses-q4-2024/ The Sixsess

Consultancy’s Home Page

https://sixsess.org/

Keywords

organisational design, business architecture, target operating model, methodologies, business model canvas, Sixsess Consultancy, Andrew Campbell, training, business techniques

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