Get everyone on the same page at the same time.
Unlock Your Organization's Transformation Potential
Organizational transformation is critical for staying competitive, but misalignment can hold you back.
Our research shows:
- 72% of leadership teams struggle to align on strategic priorities
- 82% of companies are described as unfocused, rigid, or too internally focused
- Less than 10% rated cross-functional collaboration as "Excellent."
These challenges cost companies millions in wasted resources, missed opportunities, and failed initiatives. But it doesn't have to be this way.
Imagine if your entire leadership team was fully aligned, focused, and fired up about a shared future vision. Imagine the impact on your ability to innovate, adapt, and outpace the competition.
That's the power of the GIO Alignment Accelerator
Our expert facilitators have decades of experience driving alignment at the world's leading companies. We've distilled those battle-tested insights into a high-impact workshop customized to your organization's unique context and goals.
One Workshop
- Gather the right team (no more short-term strategy)
- Establish a proactive vision for the future
- Address current obstacles wasting time and resources
- Focus on impactful opportunities
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Launchpad
- Co-create an inspiring vision and strategy
- Surface and solve hidden barriers to execution
- Address tough questions (and agree on answers)
90-Day Roadmap
- Commit to a 90 day action plan and accountability framework
- 90 days of post-workshop coaching to maintain momentum and troubleshoot challenges.
Trusted by Fortune 500s. Tailored for You.
Not Just Any Workshop
This isn't a cookie-cutter process. During pre-workshop discovery, we'll dive deep into your organization's unique context and challenges. The intensive full-day session is fully customized to your needs and goals.
You'll walk away with:
- A shared vision and strategy that gets everyone fired up
- Deep insights into your customers, business, and opportunities
- Prioritized initiatives and owners for the next 90 days
- Renewed energy, trust, and collaboration across your leadership team
- Expert support to drive results long after the workshop ends
What's Your Transformation Trap?
A Transformation Trap is a typical pattern of behaviors, mindsets, and organizational dynamics that can severely hinder a company's ability to innovate and adapt. These traps often emerge gradually and can be difficult to recognize from within.
Take the Transformation Trap Assessment to discover your organization's innovaton trap.
Make Progress Towards Your Most Ambitious Goals
GIO's Alignment Accelerator is designed to escape the transformation traps. With the proper alignment and focus, you can unleash your full transformation potential - no matter your starting point.
Simple Engagement. Full Experience.
Our engagements are simple and straightward. The Alignment Accelerator experience includes:
- Pre-Discovery
- Full-Day Workshop Session
- Post Discovery
- Final Report
Don't let misalignment hold you back any longer. Take the first step towards transformative alignment - your future depends on it.
First-Clients
For a limited time, we're offering first-time clients a 50% discount on the Alignment Accelerator.
This includes:
- The entire Alignment Accelerator experience
- 50% off standard workshop pricing
Non-Profits
- Non-profit organizations are also eligible for special pricing.
- Contact us for details.
Schedule
9:00-9:30am - Kickoff and Introductions
9:30-10:30am - Visioning the Future (Visioning Framework)
10:30-11:00am - Break and Energizer
11:00 AM-12:30pm: Mapping the Current State (DVFU Framework)
12:30-1:30pm: Lunch
1:30-3:00pm: Prioritizing Opportunities (Working Backwards Framework)
3:15-4:30pm: Developing the Roadmap (OKR Framework & WMBT)
4:30-5:00pm: Synthesis and Next Steps
Final Report
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01 Executive Summary
02 Visioning the Future
03 Current State Assessment
04 Prioritized Opportunities
05 90-Day Roadmap
06 Organizational Enablers
07 Technology & Data Strategy
08 Product & Experience Innovation Plan
09 Next Steps & Conclusion
*sample report contents. Reports are customized.
How One Organization Transformed Its Customer Experience with the Alignment Accelerator
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Bridging the Gap Between Vision and Reality
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Uncovering the Root Cause of Member Frustration
GIO's stakeholder interviews and data analysis revealed a surprising insight: members were "gaming the system" by bypassing the IVR to reach live agents directly. Fueled by frustration with inadequate self-service options, this tactic significantly contributed to poor containment and authentication rates - key metrics for the company's transformation efforts.
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Aligning Executives Around a Shared Vision
With this key discovery in hand, GIO led an executive alignment workshop. Leaders from various departments collaborated to confront the current state of their member experience, align on the implications, and co-create a transformative vision to optimize operations and enhance competitiveness.
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A Pivotal Moment: From Insights to Commitment
The workshop marked a turning point. Executives gained a shared understanding of the untapped potential in the IVR and pledged their commitment to a member-centric transformation strategy. GIO delivered a comprehensive report outlining the findings, recommendations, and roadmap, arming leaders with the tools to drive measurable results.
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Embarking on a Journey of Transformation
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Putting Members First: A United Front
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Accelerate Your Transformation Journey in Just One Workshop
- Gain clarity and consensus on strategic transformation objectives
- Improve cross-functional communication and collaboration.
- Identify and eliminate barriers to executing critical initiatives
- Accelerate time-to-market for new products and services
- Reduce costs by aligning resources around shared transformation goals
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Break down silos, boost transparency, and unleash innovation.
- A shared vision and roadmap for successful transformation
- Clear ownership and accountability for next steps
- Renewed energy and momentum to drive lasting change
"The Alignment Accelerator was a game-changer. We accomplished more in one day than in a year of strategic planning." -
VP, Fortune 500 Financial Services Firm.
"GIO's approach surfaced issues we didn't even know we had. It was uncomfortable at times, but absolutely necessary to move forward."
- VP, Global Manufacturing Company.
The 90-day action plan and coaching has kept us laser-focused. We're already seeing results in our key initiatives." -
VP Innovation, Regional Healthcare Provider
See the Impact on Yourself
Getting everyone on the same page
Why is Transformation so Hard?
The symptoms of misalignment that hinder transformation efforts often include:
- Competing Priorities
Without a shared vision, teams can become trapped in silos, each pursuing their own agendas rather than aligned on the organization's transformation goals.
- Lack of Shared Understanding
Vague language and corporate jargon in strategy decks create confusion, making it difficult for delivery teams to understand how their work contributes to the overall transformation.
- Execution Gaps
Grand visions for transformation often lack clear, actionable plans, leaving teams unsure of their roles and responsibilities in driving change.
The misalignment from these meetings inevitably becomes the company's transformation strategy - filled with aspirational statements but lacking the clarity and ownership needed to execute. This lack of alignment makes it extremely difficult for delivery teams to effectively implement the transformation initiatives.
Take a look at these examples of phrases often found in company communications.
Aspirational but Vague Phrases
While the CEO's vision aims to inspire, the lack of specific goals and actionable plans can lead to confusion and misalignment among teams. Without clear direction, employees may struggle to understand how their work contributes to the overall vision, resulting in reduced productivity and engagement.
Inconsistent Phrasing
Inconsistent phrasing across slides can create confusion and hinder team communication. When different departments use varying terminology to describe similar concepts, it becomes challenging to establish a shared understanding of priorities and goals, leading to inefficiencies and potential misunderstandings.
Lack of Ownership
The operations team's focus on driving operational excellence lacks clear ownership and accountability. Phrases like "foster a culture of continuous improvement" do not specify who is responsible for leading these efforts, resulting in a lack of follow-through and potential conflicts between teams when roles and responsibilities are not well-defined.
Assumptive Statements
The CFO's focus on cost reduction and efficiency makes assumptions about the impact of these measures without providing supporting evidence. Assumptive statements can lead to resistance from other teams who may feel their needs and concerns need to be considered, hindering collaboration and buy-in for important initiatives.
Vague Terminology
The sales team's priorities include vague terminology like "cutting-edge tools" and "data-driven sales strategies" without providing specific examples or context. This lack of clarity can make it difficult for other teams to understand how they can support sales efforts, leading to misaligned priorities and missed opportunities for collaboration.
Puffer Language
Using puffer language, such as "unparalleled personalization" and "immersive, omnichannel experiences," can set unrealistic expectations and create skepticism among other teams. When marketing overpromises, it pressures other departments to deliver, leading to strained relationships and potential disappointment when reality falls short of the hype.
Meet Your Facilitators
Tam Danier, Lead Product Strategist Tam, brings over 12 years of experience facilitating alignment and strategy for top companies. With deep expertise in design thinking (Stanford D.School), product strategy, AI/ML (MIT), and UX, Tam is uniquely adept at translating customer, business, and technical needs into actionable solutions. She has led many successful workshops and created product strategy roadmaps for companies like Assurant, McKinsey, General Assembly, Guardian Insurance, Anthem, Aptiv, and Disney.
Our facilitators have a wealth of industry experience across various sectors, including technology, finance, and media. They are experts at facilitating vision alignment and have collaborated with leading organizations such as P&G, Expedia, AWS, Netflix, Capital One, and Intuit. With backgrounds that include executive roles in major corporations and government positions, our facilitators understand how to articulate compelling visions and develop strategic plans to achieve them. Their superpower lies in aligning cross-functional teams around a shared future vision.
