{"id":48965,"date":"2023-12-01T07:25:22","date_gmt":"2023-12-01T12:25:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centricconsulting.com\/?p=48965"},"modified":"2024-08-16T11:48:54","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T15:48:54","slug":"meet-your-problem-solvers-in-miami","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/centricconsulting.com\/blog\/meet-your-problem-solvers-in-miami\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet Your Problem Solvers in Miami"},"content":{"rendered":"
While helping find solutions to our clients\u2019 toughest problems, we\u2019ve learned a thing or two. In this series, we share insights from our Miami team<\/a> of seasoned solvers on overcoming today\u2019s business, technology and people-related challenges.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n A lot of my clients are growing at a pace they cannot sustain. Often, the problem involves old technology, but the issue really starts with communication. For example, an IT organization may receive requests for similar or even identical projects from different parts of the business because each business segment is siloed from the others. When that happens, it puts a stranglehold on growth.<\/strong><\/p>\n Look beyond the immediate problem \u2014 such as the IT project intake process \u2014 and identify the root issue \u2014 communication, coordination, and alignment among the different parts of the business. Fortunately, when you discover such communication breakdowns, AI can help with tools such as Microsoft Teams<\/a>, Google Meet, or Zoom.<\/strong> Explore these resources and learn how they can help you open new communication channels \u2014 which take place in real-time with improved collaboration, secure document sharing, and more \u2014 to build a company that is ready to scale as needed.<\/p>\n Many companies struggle to adopt the right tools. They become overwhelmed by the many technologies and software packages available.<\/strong> As a result, they tend to adopt three or four tools that do the same thing, which leads to additional costs, systems that don\u2019t work together, and frustration. The problem is becoming an even bigger problem in the age of AI<\/a> because new products come on the market every day, and companies\u2019 fear of missing out (FOMO) can lead to paralysis or buying tools that are redundant or don\u2019t meet their needs.<\/p>\n Before taking the leap into an expensive new tool, take a look at your organization from multiple perspectives. You may be able to rule out many technology options quickly. For example, most modern tools are designed for data in the cloud<\/a>. If your data is not in the cloud and you don\u2019t have the resources for a cloud migration project<\/a>, you will have fewer options to choose from.<\/p>\n The more challenging perspectives are people and culture. What is your organization\u2019s appetite for change? How innovative is your culture? You also must weigh your long-term business goals and needs. Right now, everyone is thinking about AI \u2014 but which AI capabilities<\/a> will really drive your business forward?<\/strong><\/p>\n Finally, when considering the financial impacts of a new tool, remember: The upfront cost is only the beginning. Be sure to include the ongoing costs of training, maintenance and so on, and weigh them against the risks of not making the change.<\/p>\nBusiness<\/h5>\n
Meet Your Problem Solver<\/h3>\n
Conrod Walsh | Senior Manager, Miami Business Unit | Delivery, Project Management<\/h3>\n
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