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In the fast-paced world of business, having a brilliant strategy is the first step towards success. The true value lies in its flawless execution. This is where this book steps in, presenting a unique and indispensable guide that delves into both strategy planning and execution.
Gopal Sharma, a seasoned Management Consultant, shares his expertise and journey of implementing the acclaimed Balanced Scorecard (BSC) across multiple industries in the Middle East and India.
This comprehensive guide not only unravels the theory and philosophy behind the Balanced Scorecard but also reveals the proven methodology employed by the author. Packed with case studies and real-life examples, this book offers invaluable insights to business leaders.
Divided into five sections, this book covers:
· Key concepts, frameworks, and models for strategy planning
· Strategy development
· Design and implementation of Strategy Maps and BSCs
· Alignment and cascading of BSCs
· Strategy Maps and BSCs for Support Functions
· BSCs for Non-profit organizations and Triple Bottomline considerations
Supplemented with useful appendices, the book provides practical templates for strategy development, samples of strategy maps and BSCs for different industries, and an extensive KPI library.
Whether you are a seasoned executive, a management consultant, or an aspiring strategist, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to achieve unparalleled success in the dynamic world of business.
Gopal Sharma
Gopal Sharma is an accomplished individual with a diverse background spanning engineering, corporate strategy, and business excellence. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from BITS, Pilani, India, and a Master’s in Business Administration from the United Kingdom.
Gopal is a Certified Balanced Scorecard Graduate under the mentorship of esteemed scholars Dr. Kaplan and Dr. Norton at Palladium. For more than two decades, Gopal has been an influential figure in facilitating Strategy Development and BSC implementation. He has implemented BSCs and performance improvement programs in dozens of organizations in India and the Middle East.
Having resided in Dubai, UAE, for over 34 years, Gopal also played a pivotal role as an assessor and team leader in the Dubai Quality Award (DQA) initiative of the Department of Economic Development, UAE. He also participated in the assessment of Tata Group Companies on the Tata Business Excellence Model (TBEM).
Gopal's unique advantage lies in his role as a facilitator for both EFQM and MBNQA Business Excellence models, granting him a broader perspective and access to the best practices in strategy management from world-class organizations.
