{"product_id":"changing-the-game-isbn-9780730389132","title":"Changing the Game","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e**Finalist of the \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eManagement and HR Book of the Year at the\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Australian Business Book Awards 2022**\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Complete and Comprehensive Guide to Business Transformation \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs digital technologies and consumer expectations continue to disrupt almost every industry sector, companies are placing greater emphasis on developing and implementing transformation programs. \u003ci\u003eChanging the Game\u003c\/i\u003e offers the practical knowledge required to create a dramatic step-change in company performance. Designed for executives and managers responsible for a transformation in any type of company and situation, this comprehensive real-world playbook covers the change process from start to finish — from assessing the situation and determining strategic priorities, to developing a roadmap, establishing the governance structure, managing initiative delivery, and evaluating the impact of the transformation.  \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdopting a robust and pragmatic approach to every stage of business transformation, this authoritative volume explains where to start, identifies key areas of focus, and describes the strategies, decisions, and actions necessary for achieving results. Throughout the text, case studies of leading organizations highlight essential tools and approaches, examine key challenges, and evaluate their impact. A wealth of practical tools help readers build a foundation for change in their organization, define a clear path forward, mobilize teams, assign responsibilities, execute initiatives, track progress, sustain momentum, and more.  \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides detailed guidance on envisioning, designing, managing, and delivering a successful company, function or team transformation \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnables readers to create a dramatic change in company performance with a results-focused approach based on leading management practices \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains more than 20 in-depth sections representing the entire transformation journey \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes numerous ready-to-use tools and templates, including 50 exhibits, that can be adopted in any organization to accelerate results \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures tips and advice from top-level executives at leading companies and government organizations \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eChanging the Game: The Playbook for Leading Business Transformation\u003c\/i\u003e is an invaluable step-by-step blueprint for executives, managers, teams, and consultants involved in devising and executing transformation programs. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction xvii\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrisis as a catalyst for change xviii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn integrated approach to transformation xx\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1: Take stock 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssess current situation 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnsure near-term funding 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSecure early wins (quick wins) 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMobilise a top team 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2: Create the mandate 19\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstand the current situation 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermine external outlook 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluate company impacts and base case 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3: Map the journey 39\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefine aspirations 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExplore strategic options 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermine strategic priorities 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevelop initiatives and roadmap 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOutline future operating model and organisation 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsolidate financial impact 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4: Mobilise 99\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreate foundations for successful change 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablish governance structure 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet up transformation office 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5: Execute and track 123\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet up initiatives and design detailed solutions 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuild delivery schedule and assign responsibility 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnsure resources to lead, deliver and track 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConduct proof-of-concepts, prototypes and pilots 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManage initiative delivery 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClose out initiatives 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluate impact of transformation against targets 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix I: Diagnosing company performance 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix II: Monitoring and improving cash flows 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix III: Defining aspirations in a workshop 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndnotes 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the authors 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMICHAEL VULLINGS\u003c\/b\u003e is a corporate executive and leader in the field of business transformation, with a track record of achieving breakthrough results, leading change, and transforming organisations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGRAHAM CHRISTIE\u003c\/b\u003e is an expert on customer-led transformation and has advised numerous corporations on change and transformation strategies, corporate innovation and entrepreneurship.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE COMPLETE AND COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTransformation has become mission critical across all industries. \u003ci\u003eChanging the Game\u003c\/i\u003e presents a holistic approach for managers and executives to reshape, retool, and reimagine their organisations for today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this playbook, transformation experts Michael Vullings and Graham Christie reveal a comprehensive and immediately-actionable approach to leading a transformation of a company, function or team, identifying the core areas of focus and pinpointing the actions, decisions and strategies necessary for achieving stellar results. With international case studies, and featuring expertise from leading global executives, learn the five-step process to pilot your business’ transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover how to:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egenerate company-wide buy-in from key stakeholders and teams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edesign, manage and deliver a successful company transformation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eapply thorough strategies for the end-to-end transformation journey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eharness and apply ready-to-use tools and templates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreate a dramatic results-focused change in company performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit for organisations of all types and sizes, \u003ci\u003eChanging the Game\u003c\/i\u003e is filled with practical and invaluable strategies to help your organisation adapt to the digital world, bring a dramatic change in company performance, and empower executives to lead with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ewww.ctgplaybook.com\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e​​“This book will arm leaders with the framework, practical tools and a roadmap, so they can drive a step-change in their organisation, from start to finish.” \u003cbr\u003e —  David Thodey, AO. 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