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3 strategies and tactics for Optimisation

What is Optimisation strategy?

Every great achievement starts with a well-thought-out plan. It can be the launch of a new product, expanding into new markets, or just trying to increase efficiency. You'll need a delicate combination of strategies and tactics to ensure that the journey is smooth and effective.

Developing an effective Optimisation strategy can be intimidating, especially when your daily duties demand your attention. To assist you, we've curated a list of examples to inspire your planning process.

Feel free to copy these examples into your favorite application, or leverage Tability to maintain accountability.

How to write your own Optimisation strategy with AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own strategies.

Optimisation strategy examples

We've added many examples of Optimisation tactics, including a series of action items. We hope that this will make these examples as practical and useful as possible.

Strategies and tactics for implementing smart timetabling at ArbourVale school

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Analyse current timetabling inefficiencies

    • Collect current timetabling data for all rooms and classes
    • Calculate frequency, occupancy, and utilisation rates for each room
    • Identify periods of low usage and underutilised rooms
    • Analyse the distribution of classes throughout the day and week
    • Interview teachers and staff to gather qualitative data on scheduling pain points
    • Review student feedback on class timings and room allocations
    • Benchmark current occupancy and utilisation rates against HE and FE space norms
    • Create a detailed report outlining inefficiencies and potential areas for improvement
    • Present findings to senior leadership for review and feedback
    • Adjust the timetable consultation based on feedback

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Optimise room use and class scheduling

    • Develop a new timetable considering identified inefficiencies and feedback
    • Use room modelling software to simulate optimal room assignments
    • Ensure that room allocations align with HE and FE space norms
    • Consider frequency and occupancy patterns to maximise room usage
    • Implement phased changes to the timetable for minimal disruption
    • Introduce buffer periods to facilitate room turnover and cleaning
    • Monitor real-time room usage for the first few weeks after implementation
    • Adjust room allocations and class timings based on actual usage data
    • Provide training for staff and students on the new timetabling system
    • Collect continuous feedback for improvement and optimisation

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Maximise capacity without additional costs

    • Investigate the possibility of flexible, multi-purpose room setups
    • Identify opportunities for blending in-person and online classes to free up space
    • Encourage utilisation of underused time slots, such as early mornings and afternoons
    • Negotiate with staff for more flexible working hours to cover more classes
    • Link income from increased pupil numbers to additional staffing costs
    • Introduce shorter, more frequent class sessions to optimise room use
    • Ensure staff to student ratios are adequate, without overstaffing
    • Implement a booking system for rooms to avoid overlaps and double bookings
    • Assess the possibility of collaborative spaces to accommodate larger groups
    • Monitor financial impact regularly to align pupil income and staffing costs
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Strategies and tactics for revitalising a struggling mall

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Strengthen the management team

    • Conduct a skills assessment for current management team members
    • Provide leadership and management training workshops
    • Implement clear performance metrics and regular reviews
    • Establish cross-functional teams for better communication
    • Introduce team-building activities to improve morale
    • Hire experienced consultants to guide management
    • Regularly gather feedback from staff at all levels
    • Ensure management team is aligned with corporate goals
    • Encourage innovative problem-solving sessions
    • Offer incentives for achieving key performance targets

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Optimise the leasing team's performance

    • Analyse current tenant mix and identify gaps
    • Conduct market research to target potential tenants
    • Revamp leasing agreements to be more customer-friendly
    • Organise regular meetings with existing tenants for feedback
    • Introduce a tenant referral program to attract new businesses
    • Utilise data analytics to enhance leasing strategies
    • Develop a marketing package for prospective tenants
    • Ensure competitive but fair leasing rates
    • Create a tenant advisory board for cooperative input
    • Implement a tenant satisfaction survey for continuous improvement

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Revamp marketing and mall operations

    • Conduct a comprehensive market analysis of customer demographics
    • Develop targeted marketing campaigns for different audience segments
    • Enhance digital presence through social media and online engagement
    • Schedule regular events and activities to attract foot traffic
    • Improve mall aesthetics to create an inviting environment
    • Assess and upgrade mall facilities and services
    • Introduce a loyalty program to retain customers
    • Collaborate with local businesses for joint promotions
    • Implement energy-saving and sustainable practices
    • Review and streamline mall security and safety protocols
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Strategies and tactics for setting benchmark for a paid search conquesting campaign

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Analyse competitor performance

    • Identify top competitors in your market
    • Research competitors' paid search campaigns and keywords
    • Analyse competitors' ad copy and landing page strategies
    • Use competitive analysis tools to evaluate competitors' search impression share
    • Monitor competitors' average position and ad rank
    • Assess competitors' click-through rates over time
    • Evaluate the quality score of competitors' ads compared to your own
    • Track competitors' changes in strategy over time
    • Analyse historical performance data to establish baseline metrics
    • Compile insights into a report to identify opportunities and threats

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Set SMART goals

    • Define specific objectives for the conquesting campaign
    • Ensure goals are measurable through KPIs like CTR, conversion rate, and CPA
    • Make sure goals are achievable based on historical data and resources
    • Ensure objectives are relevant to company business goals
    • Set a specific timeframe for achieving these goals
    • Determine target metrics for impressions share growth
    • Establish desired benchmarks for click-through rates
    • Develop a target for cost per acquisition from the campaign
    • Define improvements in ad positioning as a goal
    • Create a method for continuous review and adjustment of benchmarks

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Utilise data-driven optimisations

    • Regularly review campaign data to identify trends and patterns
    • Analyse ad performance by adjusting bids based on keyword performance
    • Perform A/B testing on ad copy and landing pages to determine effectiveness
    • Incorporate audience data to refine targeting strategies
    • Use negative keywords to prevent irrelevant ad appearances
    • Adjust budgets based on peak performance times identified in data
    • Monitor conversion rates to ensure optimal keyword targeting
    • Use geo-targeting to enhance localised ad performance
    • Leverage demographic data to tailor ad creative to specific audiences
    • Create an iterative process for continuous campaign optimisation based on data insights
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How to track your Optimisation strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to keep your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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Planning resources

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