Post-Conference Virtual Workshops
Title: "HURDLES TO GROWING AND SUSTAINING A DQ ORGANIZATION, AND HOW TO OVERCOME THEM"
Instructors:
Brude Judd (Strategic Decisions Group)
Jay Andersen (Oaken Table Consulting)

Date: May 9, 2024
Time 8:00am to 12:00pm PT

Workshop Abstract:      

This workshop delves into the challenges associated with growing and sustaining an internal Decision Quality function within an organization. We will examine a number of common difficulties that are typically encountered on the DQ journey and discuss potential mitigating strategies.

Revolving Leadership – Leaders come and go over time; this may include your DQ executive sponsor.

“No Vacancy” – Some potential allied departments may be resistant to becoming DQ partners.

“Language” – Use the target group’s language to describe what you’re doing; easier for them to understand and may be less objectionable.

“Flavor of the Month” – What to do to avoid having DQ be just seen as the latest management fad in your organization. Is AI seen as a replacement for DQ discussions?

Practitioner Capabilities – How to be proactive about capability training and developing career paths for members of your DQ team.

A Seat at the Table – How best to ensure that your DQ has representation at the Decision Board.

New Eyeglasses Effect – Implementation of DQ for part of the portfolio may make these projects seem less desirable than projects for which DQ has not been applied.

“Cultural Mismatch” – Not fitting with/tailored to the culture of the organizations.

Throughout the workshop, the leaders will share insights gained from their own experiences, as well as those elicited from a collection of interviews conducted with practicing decision professionals with experiences over a thirty-year period.

This workshop is intended for:
Intermediate Decision Practitioners
Experienced Decision Practitioners