An important outcome of the epic strategic planning process is the allocation of a ‘Champion’ for each Strategic Objective.
Individual Action Plans (with deadlines), aligned to the Strategy, are then developed. Shared accountability is ensured through a live report that tracks progress
Strategic Objectives are Assigned and owners of these are required to update progress in epic (Percentage; RAG Status & Progress Statement). This all reflects on a high level Strategy Dashboard. (Strategic Objectives report)
Candy (CEO) has a monthly executive session where the live report is put up as the agenda – everyone gets just 4 minutes to present. The result is an intense focus on the Key Priorities in a supportive environment where individuals are encouraged to ‘Clear the Path’ for one another.
Candy has found that she is no longer having to drive accountability – a culture of ownership and mutual support drives results – and people are having fun in the process.