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Uncommon Sense - Tools to Improve your Work Forever

Process Management International (PMI)

PMI’s podcast, Uncommon Sense – Tools to Improve your Work Forever, gives you the opportunity to listen to our expert Consultants talk about a wide variety of tools so that you can refresh your memory and gather inspiration for which tools might help you solve your latest improvement challenge or problem. Each podcast is a rapid 10 – 15 minute download of what the tool is, when you would use it, and tips for effective application to enable you to decide quickly whether this tool is the one you need,

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15:12

Use X Matrix to Determine the Vital Priorities

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2024/07/24

How do you deploy a strategy effectively and ensure it makes the impact that will elevate your organisation?In the final episode of our strategy-focused mini-series, PMI Partner Consultant Des Kelly shares how you can transform your organisation's strategy into a clear, actionable roadmap that everyone can follow using the X matrix. This powerful visual management tool forms part of the Hoshin Kanri approach and plays a critical role in strategic alignment, communication, and measuremen...

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11:20

A Model for Improvement at Any Level

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2024/07/22

How will you know that your reinvigorated strategy is an improvement? Join PMI Partner Consultant Des Kelly in the next episode of our strategy-focused mini-series as he delves into the art of defining clear, actionable objectives. Discover how to harness the power of the 3 Question Model from Nolan and Provost to sharpen your strategy, as Des guides you through the essential questions: ‘What are we trying to accomplish?’, ‘How will we know that change is an improvement?’, and ‘Wha...

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12:45

Organise and Sequence Improvement Ideas Using AD and ID

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2024/07/20

Developing a successful strategy requires the transformation of abstract ideas into actionable plans, and this is where the Affinity Diagram and the Interrelationship Diagraph are invaluable.Join us for the sixth episode of our strategy-focused mini-series as we move on to top tools for establishing the end goals and objectives. PMI Partner Consultant Des Kelly reveals how AD and ID can foster consensus among senior leadership teams and pinpoint key drivers through converting qualitativ...

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9:12

Use Force-Field to Understand the Perspectives,...

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2024/07/18

Are you aware of the invisible forces shaping the success or failure of your organisation's strategic goals? PMI Partner Consultant Des Kelly delves into the transformative power of the Force Field Analysis tool as our strategy-focused mini-series continues. The conversation illuminates how this tool can uncover the driving and hindering forces that can significantly impact your organisation’s objectives. Highlighting the critical role of balanced group discussions and the inclusio...

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10:56

Evaluate your strategic position with SWOT

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2024/07/16

The business landscape can make or break your strategy. So you need to understand the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats facing your organisation in order to make informed decisions, identify potential risks, and leverage your competitive advantages.In the fourth episode of our strategy-focused mini-series, PMI Partner Consultant Des Kelly continues his exploration of top tools for understanding the world in which we operate, showcasing SWOT Analysis as a powerful tool fo...

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11:57

Understand External Influences using PESTEL

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2024/07/14

Understanding the macro environment is crucial for effective strategic decision-making, and PESTEL is a tool for helping you do this.Join us for the next episode in our strategy-focused mini-series as PMI Partner Consultant Des Kelly discusses this comprehensive framework for analysing changes to the status quo, underscoring the necessity of using unbiased data to guide strategic choices.More resources to help you develop a strategy that delivers results:Podcast: Strategy and the Responsibili...

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12:54

Competitive Analysis Through Porter's 5 Forces

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2024/07/12

Are you proactive in identifying the forces that influence your business environment?By understanding and leveraging these forces, your organisation can navigate competitive landscapes more effectively and make informed strategic decisions that drive success. Join PMI Partner Consultant Des Kelly as our strategy-focused mini-series continues with an exploration of Porter’s 5 Forces. Des explores how integrating Porter’s 5 Forces with other strategic tools will enhance the robustness of ...

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11:21

Strategy and the Responsibilities of the Leadership Team

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2024/07/10

How do you ensure your business strategy is well-crafted and adaptable to the ever-evolving business landscape?In the first of a strategy-focused mini-series that will explore specific strategic tools and techniques, Des Kelly, PMI Partner Consultant, breaks down the three pivotal phases of strategy that every Leadership team needs to master: strategic analysis, strategic choice, and strategy implementation.More resources to help you develop a strategy that delivers results:Podcast: Adapting ...

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11:53

Adapting VoC to Establish Voice of the Business

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2024/06/26

Have you ever questioned if your work is truly aligned with your customer's needs?Drawing on a coaching experience where a project team faced this very challenge, PMI Director Consultant Sean Buckland underscores the importance of defining value from the customer's perspective and differentiating it from the business's voice. Tune in for insights on identifying barriers and setting meaningful objectives for sustainable success.Related resources:Podcast: Understanding The Voice of The Cu...

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14:55

Psychology Essentials That Leaders Need to Know

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2024/06/12

Unlock the power of intrinsic motivation to engage your team in change.Join PMI Director Consultant and experienced Executive Coach Warren Knight as he shares valuable insights into the psychology of change. You’ll discover practical tips for empowering your team to not only accept but wholeheartedly embrace change to achieve organisational goals.More resources you may find useful:On Demand Webinar: Leading Leaders: How to Organise your Organisation in Change Infographic: The Response t...

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14:52

Common Control Chart Fallacies

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2024/05/29

Navigate the complexities of Control Charts with ease, as we clear up some common misconceptions. Drawing from years of experience reviewing, coaching, assessing, and approving projects, PMI Director Consultant Dennis Crommentuijn-Marsh reveals the most frequent mistakes he encounters so that you can recognise and avoid them in your own work. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out with control charts, this essential listen will enable you to confidently apply this key improve...

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15:27

Evolving to Control Charts

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2024/05/15

Is your data telling the right story? The shift from simple data tables to Control Charts is more than a mere change in data representation; it's a transformative step towards data-driven decision-making. This progression, PMI Director Consultant Dennis Crommentuijn-Marsh explains, stems from a growing awareness of variation and its impact on our processes.Join us for a powerful learning opportunity, as we share examples from clients around the world who have navigated the discomf...

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15:15

Control Charts: Walter Shewhart's Gift to Quality

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2024/05/01

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13:01

How Effective Leaders Support a Learning Organisation

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2024/04/17

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12:20

Process Operators: Driving Continuous Improvement

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2024/04/02

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12:21

Why Leaders Need to Understand Variation

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2024/03/20

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10:15

Mastering Process Management

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2024/03/06

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14:09

Systems Thinking From a Leadership Perspective

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2024/02/21

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13:14

Navigating Process Management Roles

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2024/02/07

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12:17

The Power of Retrospectives

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2024/01/24

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