The SIA methodology
Introduction to Strategy-Into-Action
Strategy-Into-Action (SIA) is a pragmatic methodology designed by Herman Van Herterijck, a seasoned executive and strategic advisor. After witnessing many leaders struggle with strategy execution, Herman distilled his extensive experience into SIA, a method that simplifies the translation of strategic plans into effective actions. This approach emphasizes straightforward steps and practical tools, avoiding complex processes.
Common execution gaps
Whilst strategy reigns, execution is king
Many organizations face challenges like disconnects between strategy formulation and execution, customer neglect, and excessive bureaucracy. SIA addresses these issues by encouraging clear communication, accountability, and a shift from top-down to inclusive, team-based management.
From challenge to success
SIA helps organizations navigate common pitfalls
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Loss of focus on customers due to navel-gazing, internal problems and conflicts
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Priorities becoming blurred. Emphasizing ‘urgent’ over ‘important’
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Overwork (and associated stress) to compensate for inefficiencies
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Losing the entrepreneurial spirit
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Increasing errors, resulting in a lot of ‘firefighting’
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Too much ‘ivory tower work’ and top-down management
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Lack of employee engagement and motivation
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‘Silo working’ (working side by side rather than with each other/cross-functional)
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Underlying frustrations and mutual frictions
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Lack of motivation and commitment
Recognizable "symptoms" within your organisation? Get in touch to root your strategy deep within the soul of your company and let it come to life in every action.
Strategy-In-Action
Practical guide to convert your strategy into results
Both large and small businesses fail to achieve their objectives unless their vision and strategy are robustly turned into practical implementation through effective teamwork. Simply put, you can come up with a great strategic plan, but if you fail to execute it, you’ve got nowhere to go! Making a strategic plan is therefore not enough. The real work only starts with its IMPLEMENTATION!
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Herman Van Herterijck
Author of "SIA - Strategy In Action"
After a long career as a top executive in the fast-moving goods industry, Herman is now active as a non-executive director and advisor at various companies, including multinationals, SMEs and start-ups.
He has a strong track record of revitalizing companies, successfully taking them to the next step on their development roadmap. Building self-managing entrepreneurial teams and coaching business leaders in fast changing environments is one of his key strengths. As a charismatic leader, he understands the art of getting the best out of people and their teams and helping them grow together with their business.
"At this point in my carreer I have witnessed numerous times when a company had a strong strategical plan but fails in its execution. Why is that? When does this happen? And if we do fail, how do turn the ship and make a strong conversion? In 2023, I decided to transform this knowledge into a comprehensive plan to help other leaders on their way, whilst contributing to charity.
The idea of sharing my experience and knowlegde in benefit of "Doctors without Borders" struck me straight into the heart. That is why every cent of profit that is made by selling the book will be donated to this cause.
I sincerely hope you enjoy reading "Strategy In Action" and the contribution you have made to make the world an even better place!
Herman Van Herterijck
