Question
Companies can implement the McKinsey 7S Framework in their operations by following these steps:
1. Shared Values: Define the core values of the company and ensure they are communicated and understood by all employees.
2. Strategy: Develop a clear strategy that aligns with the shared values and is communicated across the organization.
3. Structure: Establish a structure that supports the strategy and shared values. This includes defining roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines.
4. Systems: Implement systems and processes that support the strategy and structure. This could include IT systems, performance management systems, and decision-making processes.
5. Staff: Ensure the company has the right people in the right roles, with the necessary skills and experience to execute the strategy.
6. Skills: Develop the skills and competencies required to execute the strategy. This could involve training and development programs.
7. Style: Establish a leadership style and corporate culture that supports the shared values, strategy, and structure.
This question was asked on:
Due to the rapid stream of new employees and changes in tech, some staff doesn't possess the systems skills needed. On top of that, the organization's values and mission are not clear to everyone on the team. After performing the McKinsey 7S model analysis and discovering this, Alix resolves the issues by introducing onboarding and learning programs and brings all Whitehawk's key elements back into alignment.
Receive new free presentations every Monday to your inbox.
Full content, complete versions — No credit card required.