Anton, a technical specialist at a Pharmaceutical Company, left his manager’s office and walked back to his desk. He sat there quietly for a moment staring at the window wall that faced the area he shared with several other technicians. … Continue reading →
Most organizational structures have evolved over many years under a variety of executives. Structural adjustments were made to accommodate new strategies, technologies and services, special projects, and occasionally to handle personal career issues. Periodically, job descriptions and working relationships were … Continue reading →
One of the methods in formulating strategies is Adaptive Search Method. This method uses a search procedure in arriving at a strategy. This is accomplished through a ‘cascade’ approach: at the outset possible decision rules are formulated in gross terms … Continue reading →
Decision-making is a basic ingredient of leadership. It is not important whether the leader actually comes up with the proposed actions or simply endorses them. The key is that the leader does make decisions. He or she overcomes the fear … Continue reading →
It is easy to be a winner when the sun shines, and when you are in love and all is well. In reality it is much harder in the face of persistent problems and difficulties. On those days we tend … Continue reading →
Courage is the intangible leadership quality of which greatness is made. It is demonstrated when a person endures severe pressure, conflict or adversity with grace and dignity. All exceptional leaders seem to have their fair share of it. How does … Continue reading →
From a decision viewpoint the overall problem of the business of the firm is to configure and direct the resources-conversion process in such way as to optimize the attainment of its objectives. Since this calls for a great many distinct … Continue reading →
A newspaper article told of a man who was walking toward an open subway car when he felt a body brush by him. Instinctively, he reached for his pocket and discovered he didn’t have his wallet. Shouting and running, he … Continue reading →
Innovation rarely, if ever, just happens. It requires imagination, coordination and a sense of purpose. Sad to say, a great many boardrooms lack some or all of those qualities. So it’s not that surprising that some companies find it hard … Continue reading →
The maintenance organization of today, like many departments, is under continued pressure to cut costs, show results, and support the mission of the organization. After all, it is a logical expectation from the business standpoint. The evolving maintenance operation has … Continue reading →
Front-line managers have a critical impact on employee relations in any organization. Too frequently, though, managers don’t have the experience, skills or information they need to succeed in this area. HR can play a proactive role here, helping to minimize … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE The finance management responsibilities affect all aspects of a business. Effective finance management helps setting clear financial related objectives, craft financial strategies & plans to achieve those objectives and ensure effective & efficient the implementation of the chosen … Continue reading →
People are often reluctant to commit time and resources to a planning process because of the fear of the plan “ending up in file number 13.” This article addresses a key question regarding the strategic plan: What can I do … Continue reading →
You most probably have heard the old cliché “there are no problems, only opportunities.’ This might sound like pie-in-the-sky optimism to anyone stuck in the middle of a difficult puzzle or a stressful people problem. But by using the proven, … Continue reading →
You can’t change someone’s personality, but you can make sure they behave properly while on the job. Most common types of problem people and how to deal with them: The non-communicative person. Ask open questions that force him to explain … Continue reading →
Merger mania is creeping back into the professional services business. And once again, as in the 1980s, “go/no go” analyses of prospective mergers disclose some very fuzzy thinking by firms that apparently did not learn from the relatively mediocre results … Continue reading →
Essentially SCM is a set of practices aimed at managing and co-ordinating the whole supply chain from raw material suppliers to the end consumer. The objective is to develop synergy along the whole supply chain rather than focusing on a … Continue reading →
The four principles of partnering Mutuality: A common purpose with mutual benefit. Commitment: Parties are prepared to commit resources to the mutual endeavor Clarity: Each party is clear about who is doing what. Openness: Both parties are prepared to raise … Continue reading →
Consistent with the trend toward outsourcing, many HR functions and programs are now being referred to outside vendors. Many recent surveys indicate that over 90% of all firms today outsource some aspect of HR. Many of the tasks historically outsourced by … Continue reading →
What defines a professional manager? Is it a term that hinges around the monetary aspects of a manager’s work, or is it a term that deals with the character and make up of the manager in question, or their ability … Continue reading →
Current popular wisdom within the CRM industry places top management support as one of the top ten success criteria. What is meant by support is never really defined but it is logical that the term embraces the notion of reasonable … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE The availability of an information system that lets an organization keep track of all human resources management functions will greatly enhanced the effectiveness of its human resources management & development. OBJECTIVE Our HRIS consulting services aim to assist … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Industrial peace is key for sustained achievement of an organization’s objectives. To achieve this, an organization must develop the appropriate industrial relations strategies, plans, programs, policies, systems and procedures. Managers and staff who are involved in industrial relations … Continue reading →
What is Executive Coaching ? Executive Coaching is a confidential, one-on-one executive development program designed to embed and energize essential leadership attitudes and skills for ensuring that key executives keep producing at their potential and beyond. The following are the … Continue reading →
Having this process in place is vital to the success of the organization because the individuals identified in the plan will eventually be responsible for ensuring the company is able to tackle future challenges. These ‘high potential’ candidates must be … Continue reading →
In order to have sustained success, organizations must: Make their compensation system attract the best for their organization Reward their peak performers with systems that match achievement to compensation. Trimitra Consultants can help you stay productive and competitive. We understand … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE In many organizations, performance management constitutes a time-consuming, annual form-filling ritual, which rarely has positive impacts on performance. It often even has negative effects on motivation. OBJECTIVE Our performance management consulting services are tailored to help clients design, … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE A Corporate Culture can contribute to — or hinder — successful strategy execution Requirements for successful strategy execution may — or may not — be compatible with culture A close match between culture and strategy promotes effective strategy … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Just to compete these days, it is essential to have good products and effective & efficient strategies and operations. A company will have none of these, unless it can build, release, and focus the energy and talents of … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Just to compete these days, it is essential to have good products and effective & efficient strategies and operations. A company will have none of these, unless it can build, release, and focus the energy and talents of … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE An on the spot presence with experienced professional procurement personnel is the most effective and efficient way for foreign importers and contractors to ensure that they will get the best possible quality, price and services from suppliers in … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Successful project management requires proper planning, an on the spot presence with experienced professional personnel who are thoroughly familiar with the territory and effective & efficient administrative & operational supports. OBJECTIVE Our Project Management Services aim to provide … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE It is not an overstatement to say that to a large extend, a company’s sustained survival and growth depend on the people it employs. Personnel hiring is thus amongst the most critical decisions a company has to make. … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE To timely arrange the necessary licenses, permits and certificates to legally operate a business entity in Indonesia requires specific competencies and extensive networks. OBJECTIVE Our Corporate Services aim to enable non-Indonesian companies to start its Indonesian operations immediately … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Many organizations operating on a “core team” basis, from time to time, need to bring in skilled and experienced assistance on a short-term or temporary basis. Interim Management is the engagement by an organization of an independent executive … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Corporate social responsibility (CSR) can cut across almost everything a company does, and everyone it deals with. Through CSR, a company must integrate the economic, social, and environmental imperatives of their activities while at the same time addressing and … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Numerous studies have revealed that “Customer Service” is key towards sustained achievement of an organization’s goals & objectives. Further, product offerings constantly level the playing field. Hence, the need for any organization to regularly assess and ceaselessly improve … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Under the current and expected future turbulent business conditions, the need to regularly assess and align marketing strategies, plans and operations without sacrificing operational effectiveness, productivity and efficiency is mandatory OBJECTIVE Our Marketing Services aim to provide clients … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE People’s capability, motivation and energy determine the success or failure of every organization and strategic initiative. Further, under the present and expected future turbulent business conditions, many companies must substantially increase their productivity, effectiveness and efficiency. In short, … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Effective and efficient implementations of corporate- and / or business strategies require an organization capable of implementing the strategies chosen. OBJECTIVE Our Organization Development Services has the aim to provide professional counsel and assistance in the development of … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE In the present and future business environment, for a majority of firms, to stick to present strategies or to return to the past success strategies, is to court disasters. OBJECTIVE Our Strategic Management Services has the aim to … Continue reading →
RAISON D’ÊTRE Changes have become more frequent and faster developing, and the business world more complex. To regularly assess your company’s effectiveness, efficiency, productivity and competitiveness is thus of the utmost importance. OBJECTIVE Our Management Audit services aim to provide … Continue reading →
OBJECTIVE Our International Business Services aim to help companies create sustainable growth through successful expansion into international markets. SCOPE OF SERVICES Readiness Assessment for International Business International Market Research, Feasibility study, International Market analysis and Selection, Development of International Business … Continue reading →