The OKR Podcast The Magic of a Strategy Execution ‘Source of Truth’
Jan 23, 2023
Brianna Ringen, Director of Performance Management at National Grid, shares insights on successfully implementing OKRs and WorkBoard to enhance strategy execution. She discusses how a single source of truth can simplify processes and increase accountability. The challenges of cumbersome business reviews and the importance of strategic clarity in communication are also explored. Ringen emphasizes leadership's role in digital transformation and encourages a hands-on approach to technology for improving efficiency, illustrating how these strategies have realized value quickly.
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Leadership Drives OKR Success
- Senior leaders' urgency and conviction are crucial for successful strategy execution tools.
- Championing from the top cascades alignment and accountability throughout the organization.
Strategy Clarity Improves Accountability
- Many employees did not understand overall strategy or how their work connected to it.
- After implementing a single source of truth, understanding and alignment improved significantly.
Business Reviews Felt Like Mud
- Business reviews were slow and cumbersome, likened to "moving through mud."
- Preparing for these reviews required much manual work, often ending without deep strategic discussions.