Keys to successful business transformation – Trends Information Services

Every business leader is aware of the many changes that his organization must face. But transforming a decision into a proven operational result is not easy. Katleen Coppens, management consultant at BDO: “Medium-sized companies are currently finding it very difficult to attract the right profiles, in a context where they precisely need additional talents or specific expertise due to the digital transformation. energy crisis and inflation force companies to optimize their efficiency. But to achieve this, they must be able to implement new processes and many changes. And this is where the problem often lies.”

A three-dimensional approach

Major transformation projects require a three-dimensional approach. “It all starts with the translation of strategic objectives into a concrete roadmap, supported by clear governance”, explains Celine De Graeve, management consultant. “Then you need a project management structure in which employees are assigned the necessary responsibilities and sufficient resources. This is the only way to complete projects on time and within budget. Finally, and it seems often forgotten, change management must be given special attention. The new approach must be carried by the teams involved and sufficiently supported by the owners. This is a key factor in achieving the result”.

BDO has extensive experience of this type of projects in large multinational organizations. This expertise is also ideal for medium-sized companies. “We always work in a personalized way and speak the language of our client. We can take on the role of initiator to accompany the process or temporarily strengthen the organization as project manager or change manager. If the client wishes, we We can even set up a multidisciplinary BDO team to tackle the transformations it is facing”, conclude Katleen Coppens and Celine De Graeve.

Every business leader is aware of the many changes that his organization must face. But transforming a decision into a proven operational result is not easy. Katleen Coppens, management consultant at BDO: “Medium-sized companies are currently finding it very difficult to attract the right profiles, in a context where they precisely need additional talents or specific expertise due to the digital transformation. energy crisis and inflation are forcing companies to optimize their efficiency. But to achieve this, they must be able to implement new processes and many changes. And this is where the problem often lies”.Major transformation projects require a three-dimensional approach. “It all starts with the translation of strategic objectives into a concrete roadmap, supported by clear governance”, explains Celine De Graeve, management consultant. “Then you need a project management structure in which employees are assigned the necessary responsibilities and sufficient resources. This is the only way to complete projects on time and within budget. Finally, and it seems often forgotten, change management must be the subject of particular attention. The new approach must be carried by the teams involved and sufficiently supported by the owners. This is a key factor in achieving the result”.BDO has extensive experience of this type of projects in large multinational organizations. This expertise is also ideal for medium-sized companies. “We always work in a personalized way and speak the language of our client. We can take on the role of initiator to accompany the process or temporarily strengthen the organization as project manager or change manager. If the client wishes, we We can even set up a multidisciplinary BDO team to tackle the transformations it is facing”, conclude Katleen Coppens and Celine De Graeve.