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2 strategies and tactics for Standardisation

What is Standardisation strategy?

Team success often hinges on the ability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics. It's a bit like playing chess, except that you have more than 1 player on each side.

Crafting the perfect Standardisation strategy can feel overwhelming, particularly when you're juggling daily responsibilities. That's why we've put together a collection of examples to spark your inspiration.

Copy these examples into your preferred app, or you can also use Tability to keep yourself accountable.

How to write your own Standardisation 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.

Standardisation strategy examples

You'll find below a list of Standardisation tactics. We also included action items for each template to make it more practical and useful.

Strategies and tactics for implementing Intelligent Automation for Organisational Transformation

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Leverage Process Simplification & Standardisation

    • Map existing processes to identify areas for simplification and standardisation
    • Create a cross-functional team to focus on process improvement initiatives
    • Develop a framework for process standardisation across business units
    • Implement technology tools to streamline process mapping and documentation
    • Regularly review and update processes to ensure ongoing relevance and efficiency
    • Conduct workshops and training sessions to instil process discipline within the teams
    • Monitor and measure the impact of process changes on efficiency and compliance
    • Incentivise employees to contribute ideas for process simplification
    • Collaborate with external experts to incorporate industry best practices
    • Use feedback mechanisms to involve customers and employees in process improvement

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Build and Scale Automation Platforms

    • Identify and select scalable enterprise workflow and RPA platforms
    • Design an API-first architecture to facilitate seamless integration
    • Establish a central Automation CoE to streamline automation efforts
    • Run pilot projects to test and refine automation solutions
    • Develop robust data-driven decision-making models to guide automation priorities
    • Promote the use of shared delivery squads for faster build and deployment
    • Create a repository of successful automation use-cases for reference
    • Regularly upgrade and maintain automation tools to keep up with technological advances
    • Facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration between departments
    • Continuously measure the outcomes and ROI of automation initiatives

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Enhance Skills Development and Change Adoption

    • Conduct a skills gap analysis to identify training needs in automation
    • Develop targeted training programmes for upskilling in relevant technologies
    • Build a culture of continuous learning and adaptation to change
    • Establish mentorship programmes to support skills development
    • Integrate change management practices into project planning
    • Communicate the benefits of automation to all stakeholders
    • Encourage agile methodologies to enhance adaptability
    • Recognise and reward employees who embrace automation and change
    • Conduct regular feedback sessions to address change-related concerns
    • Monitor the impact of training and change initiatives on performance and morale
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Strategies and tactics for aligning management and technicians

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Implement regular communication channels

    • Schedule weekly team meetings with management and technicians
    • Establish a shared online platform for updates and announcements
    • Create a system for regularly documented feedback from technicians
    • Appoint a liaison to facilitate communication between management and technicians
    • Encourage open forums for technicians to discuss concerns with management
    • Utilise collaborative tools for real-time status updates on projects
    • Set up monthly review sessions to align goals and progress
    • Ensure meeting agendas are shared in advance to encourage preparation
    • Rotate the chairperson role in meetings to foster diverse communication
    • Encourage informal social activities to build relationships

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Standardise processes and terminology

    • Develop a shared glossary of terms used by both management and technicians
    • Implement standard operating procedures that are accessible to all staff
    • Conduct workshops on process improvements involving both parties
    • Regularly update and review processes with feedback from technicians
    • Offer training sessions to introduce management to technical workflows
    • Create clear documentation on project management techniques
    • Ensure that all team members have access to necessary tools and software
    • Map out project timelines visibly for both management and technicians
    • Utilise visual aids like flowcharts and diagrams for process illustrations
    • Benchmark against industry standards to align expectations

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Define clear roles and responsibilities

    • Identify key responsibilities for management and technicians in a document
    • Collaboratively set achievable targets for mixed teams
    • Communicate the decision-making hierarchy clearly to all staff
    • Hold workshops to discuss the impact of role overlap and address solutions
    • Assign a responsible person for task escalation procedures
    • Customise task management systems to reflect individual roles
    • Evaluate role effectiveness regularly through performance reviews
    • Discuss potential role adjustments collaboratively among teams
    • Create shadowing opportunities for management to understand technician roles
    • Facilitate recognition programmes that highlight role-specific achievements
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How to track your Standardisation 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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