Posts Tagged 'process'

WDF – A Three Part Series

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WDF – A Three Part Series

WDF – A Three Part Series

As I reflect back on my personal experience in five different decades, my hope is to impart wisdom from a blazed trail.

If a “blazed trail” is not a familiar term, here’s some history: The term “Blazed trail” reflects back to the days of mountain men, trail guides, etc.  These pioneers, when traversing large expanses of unfamiliar wilderness territory, would take their hatchet and “blaze” (e.g., mark) trees.  This way, future passers-by could travel with confidence ...

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Taking Inventory

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Taking Inventory

Taking inventory

The phrase “taking inventory” conjures up different ideas for different people.

At face value, “taking inventory” has an accounting flavor to it.  In fact, the first time I heard the phrase was in an accounting class at Cal State University Fullerton.  The professor shared with the class these comments.  “You guys will be doing accounting work.  However, this work should not be done in a vacuum.  You have to get out of your seats every once in a while.  You ...

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Business Process Consulting: Making Progress

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Business Process Consulting: Making Progress

Business process consulting: making progress.

This is the 4th article in the “Business Process Consulting” series published by Blue Elevator™.  The prior articles are as follows:

1) Business Process Consulting: A Primer

2) Business Process Consulting: Predicting Owner Success

3) Business Process Consulting: Getting Started

In this article, we will outline the process for making progress.  Ultimately, after the planning, it’s time ...

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Identify the Key Drivers that Contribute to Success

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Identify the Key Drivers that Contribute to Success

Identify The Key Drivers That Contribute to Success

Here’s an example.   ACME Company usually observes the following monthly sales performance:

45 total leads  x 20% close ratio  x $11,667 avg. per sale  = $105,000

ACME would like to double their monthly sales volume so they hire a consultant to drill down and develop a strategic approach to improvement.  The consultant found ACME’s composite performance is as follows:

30 “self-generated leads”  x 10% close ratio  x $10,000 per sale  = $30,000

15 “referred leads”  x 40% close ratio  x $12,500 per sale  = ...

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