Strategy consulting and advisory
Achieving business success is the result of executing the right strategy with the right people at the right time.
Strategic planning is a journey of discovery and building alignment around the direction of an organization. The process starts from the inside but must be open to deep and creative reflection around the future of your ecosystem.
We help you accelerate strategic thinking and execution with a structured yet flexible approach. By identifying internal strengths and challenges, anticipating market shifts, and fostering creative problem-solving, we guide you toward a strategy that is both ambitious and achievable. Most importantly, we ensure your team is aligned and ready to bring the plan to life.
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Challenge
Developing a clear roadmap for the future
In an increasingly rapidly evolving world, it is more important than ever to step back and identify and prioritize trends, opportunities and threats.
Navigating consumer expectations and regulation
With the increasing calls for transparency and accountability, meeting these standards can put a heavy strain on your team.
Implementing major organizational change
Change brings cultural, organizational, and operational challenges that could upend your success.
Aligning leadership on strategic planning
To successfully drive your organization forward, you need to get everyone on the same page.
Solution
Strategy and governance
We work with your team to craft strategic plans and roadmaps rooted in market dynamics, industry trends, customer needs, and internal strengths — driving sustainable growth.
ESG and EDI consulting
As expectations evolve, a strong strategy is key to showing your commitment to sustainability and inclusion. We help organizations advance ESG and EDI goals, manage risk, and stand out strategically.
Executive leadership advisory
Strong leadership drives strategy, innovation, and culture. Our advisors can support you in aligning and developing leadership teams so they can achieve new heights.
Duty to consult and Indigenous rights
Navigate evolving regulations confidently. Our team will help build meaningful relationships and move your projects forward successfully.
Culture
A great culture will drive success. Our team helps you identify the factors that can get in the way and those to build on to achieve your goals.
M&A advisory
Get the return on investment you’re looking for. MNP supports your team in successfully integrating operations and teams by bringing a full suite of skill sets to the table.
Strategy Consulting and Advisory
Our strategy consulting team helps you tackle complex challenges with fresh perspectives and innovative approaches. We collaborate to question norms, rethink approaches, and create solutions for lasting success.
EDI: Driving growth through inclusivity and innovation
Increase employee satisfaction and build a positive company culture with a comprehensive diversity, equity and inclusion strategy that keeps your organization at the forefront of rapidly evolving industry standards.
ESG: Stay ahead of new disclosure requirements
Stay ahead of environmental, social, and governance regulations and reporting standards to secure long-term trust and sustainability for your business in today’s dynamic landscape.
Frequently asked questions
You should typically review strategic plans at least annually. However, quarterly or monthly reviews may be necessary in fast-changing industries or volatile markets to ensure alignment with market dynamics and timely strategy adjustments.
Critical success factors include strong leadership alignment and commitment, clear communication of strategic goals and priorities, effective resource allocation, robust project management and execution capabilities, continuous monitoring and evaluation of progress, and a culture of adaptability and agility to respond to changes.
Key metrics for measuring success depend on the specific goals and objectives of the strategic plan but may include:
- Financial metrics: Revenue growth, profitability, return on investment (ROI), market share
- Customer metrics: Satisfaction and loyalty
- Employee metrics: Engagement and retention rates
- Innovation metrics: New product/service adoption rates
- Operational efficiency metrics: Cycle time, cost per unit, quality metrics
Key risks may include market volatility, competitive threats, technological disruptions, regulatory changes, cybersecurity risks, supply chain disruptions, and financial risks. Mitigation strategies may involve diversification of markets and products/services, robust risk management processes, continuous monitoring of external factors, investing in cybersecurity measures, building resilient supply chains, and maintaining a strong financial position.
Regulatory and compliance issues vary by industry and region but may include data privacy regulations, environmental regulations, industry-specific compliance requirements, tax regulations, labour laws, and intellectual property protections. It's crucial to stay updated on relevant regulations, ensure compliance through policies and procedures, conduct regular audits, and seek professional advice when needed.
A successful business roadmap typically includes the following:
- A clear vision and mission statement
- Values
- Strategic objectives and priorities
- Actionable initiatives with timelines and responsible parties
- Resource allocation plans
- Performance metrics and KPIs
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- Stakeholder communication plans
- Mechanisms for monitoring progress and adjusting as needed
It should be dynamic and adaptable to changes in the internal and external environment.
The keys to successfully enacting organizational change include strong leadership alignment and commitment, clear communication of the change vision and objectives, engaging and empowering employees, providing adequate resources and support, fostering a culture of openness to change and learning, and regularly measuring progress and adapting strategies as needed.
Our team of advisors can offer support with various business evaluations, including materiality assessments, maturity assessments, Barrett Culture assessments, and more.
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