Ever wondered where hidden inefficiencies lurk within your data and digital ecosystem.
Introducing the DELTA Efficiency Tool, your compass for navigating the intricacies of your business ecosystem.
What is DELTA Efficiency Tool?
DELTA, short for Data, Empowerment, Learning and Lean, Transparency, and Analytics, goes beyond the surface. It’s a comprehensive evaluation tool designed to uncover inefficiencies across Translation of business metrics, Data transfer, Integration, Multiple Silos, Waiting time, Over Processing, Over Generation, and Defects.
Why does it matter?
Efficiency is the heartbeat of success. DELTA helps you pinpoint areas where improvements can make a substantial impact on your bottom line. From streamlined processes to cost savings, we’ve got your journey to excellence covered.
You can’t simply double the oven temperature to halve the baking time. And, while you can cover up a burnt crust with some icing, it won't get rid of that bitter taste.
What you need are quality ingredients, reliable tools – and a proven process to follow.
In other words, you need a range of disparate elements – all working together to create something that’s more valuable (and tastes better!) than the sum of its parts.
You can’t simply throw more data analysts into the mix. Nor can you rely on dashboards that look pretty – but offer little practical value – to dictate your strategy.
You need a proven framework that’s been refined and designed for success.
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could fix issues and boost productivity with the wave of a wand?
When applying a problem-solving framework, consider customizing the Lean Problem Solving canvas to align with the unique aspects of your business. Ensure comprehensive coverage by incorporating key areas such as Background, Problem Definition, Existing Alternatives, Solution Design, Key Impacts, Value Analysis, Goal Setting, Action Plan Development, Early Adopter Nomination, and Regular Review and Feedback.
How to best utilize Problem Solving Canvas?
To enhance the effectiveness of the tool, integrate complementary methodologies like 5-Why’s, PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act), Root Cause Analysis, and RACI (Responsible-Accountable-Consulted-Informed).
Navigating Contract Reporting
Signing a new contract is an exciting milestone, but effectively reporting to stakeholders requires careful planning and execution. Let’s explore some essential steps to ensure smooth contract management and reporting.
⚠️ Risk: Underreporting the Contract
Underreporting the contract can have significant financial implications. Ensure accurate and timely reporting to provide stakeholders with the insights they need to make informed decisions.
Data-Driven Leadership Navigator: A Simple 4-Step Guide for Transformative Practices
Unlock the full potential of your organization’s data with the Data-Driven Leadership Compass from DELTA. Designed as your guide to navigating the complexities of modern business intelligence, to drive strategic decision-making and organizational success.
Navigating the complexities of data shouldn't be daunting.
That’s why we’ve crafted this simple yet powerful guide to empower your mission for excellence.
Download the Data-Driven Leadership Compass today and empower your organization to unlock the full potential of its data. With this powerful tool at your fingertips, navigate the complexities of modern business intelligence with confidence and drive sustainable growth and success.
Are data products (like reports and dashboards) fueling your growth and driving your business? Or are they failing to gain traction?
If it’s the latter, that doesn’t necessarily mean that your dashboard is poorly designed. Or that you need to invest in (even more) cutting-edge technology.
Let’s review your culture and projects holistically. It’s why I developed the CARR scorecard to help you re-examine how you think about processes and risks. So you can drive measurable outcomes in your business.
Use the scorecard to listen to the voice of data in your organisation. To make data-informed decisions, manage risks *proactively* and foster richer relationships.
Why? Promoting transparency helps your people to be more prepared to adopt a data-driven culture.
Because you can’t achieve business intelligence by *only* focusing on technical aspects. (Like installing more software solutions or hiring more data analysts.) Instead, you need to nurture the right culture. Which takes time and effort.
Plans are good. But visual planning boards – and the transparency they enable – are better.
𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒌𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍𝒚, 𝒘𝒆 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒕𝒐𝒐𝒍𝒔 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒖𝒂𝒍 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒃𝒐𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒆𝒏𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒚, 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒚𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈. 𝑨𝒍𝒍 𝒂𝒕 𝒐𝒏𝒄𝒆.
Client Testimonial
I have worked with Fahimeh in my role at DCM (Downtown Community Ministry), where she has taken us on a business transformation journey.
Fahimeh is an expert in her field and able to help organisations navigate complex processes and systems while also explaining core concepts in plain English. It doesn’t matter how data-heavy the concepts may be; Fahimeh knows how to break them down into practicable, achievable steps. She is also very passionate about what she does, which is infectious!
She has left us with tools that will continue to help guide us far into the future. Thanks, Fahimeh!
Matthew Mawkes
Creative and enthusiastic communications professional | New Zealand
Client Testimonial
As an organisation we often focus on delivering immediate support to those in need, however as a result of this, we sometimes loose focus on the need to review our current systems and identify opportunities for improvement. Through her extensive knowledge and guidance, Dr Fahimeh McGregor has supported our organisation to review our current systems landscape, identify opportunities for improvement and implement achievable plans of action that are strategic, collaborative and engaging for the entire organisation. I would recommend Dr Fahimeh McGregor to any organisation who wants to improve their systems, data utilisation and overall business intelligence in a manner that is engaging and purposeful to the outcomes of the organisation.
Stephen Turnock
Director at DCM (Downtown Community Ministry) | New Zealand
Client Testimonial
Implementation of technology and systems are critical components to establishing a new business. As a small construction company these implementations can become expensive and redundant. After using multiple cloud base systems and constant adjustment to our systems, we decided to work with a consultant. Dr. Fahimeh with Delta Informed Decisions provided the knowledge and direction to create a custom approach that allows for efficient long-term growth, data tracking, and good communication among team members. This was done with cost effective tools and good resources for continued learning.
Nathan Coons
Owner of Coons Construction LLC | US
Client Testimonial
We described to Fahimeh the challenges we were having with our manual, time-consuming, performance reporting and monitoring. Fahimeh helped us in different ways – streamlining the process, designing and implementation of Review tools and Reporting Dashboards, and training our team to drive solutions. She significantly improved our engagement with wider teams at the national level and improve the visibility of our financial reporting.
Margarita Gonzalez-Borrero
Team Lead (Former Principal Advisor) | New Zealand Transport Agency
Client Testimonial
Fahimeh has helped our project team to manage our project controls effectively and meet standards and requirements. She taught us how to use our technology tools (SAP, Microsoft Suite) more efficiently and we achieved significantly better quality outcomes. Fahimeh designed and implemented unique templates suited to our needs, and then provided hands-on instruction to help us collect valuable data and deliver quality reports. This way, lots of time was saved and factual reports became accessible any time we needed them.
Michael Siazon
Senior Transport Planner | New Zealand Transport Agency
Client Testimonial
Fahimeh assisted my teams and I with the delivery of the largest infrastructure project (at the time) in Auckland, Waterview Connection (Well-connected Alliance). She demonstrated the value of a research driven approach in real-world projects in a multi-dimensional way: through the use of technology solutions, reporting, monitoring and enhancement of the Lean construction practices. Working with Fahimeh was an initiative that has helped to continuously improve our collaboration and productivity by sharing insightful analysis with partners and stakeholders alike. I look forward to working with Fahimeh again in the future.
Callum McCorquodale
Construction Manager (Former Superintendent Fletcher) | New Zealand
Client Testimonial
I really like the way you highlight that dealing with data is no longer optional if we’re wanting a business to succeed. We must find ways of harnessing the power of the information available, but have people making those decisions based on that data. It’s so much easier for our human brains if we can have images that make sense of the data!
Cathy Sheppard
International speaker, trainer, coach, mentor | New Zealand
Client Testimonial
Fahimeh, I believe that you’re right that there is art in bringing data to life. Wellington City Council are doing some interesting things with visualisation to show the progress of the city over the last century and the overlay of pipes and utilities etc. Seeing the city in a new way is helping them understand and make decisions.
Brett Walker
Passionate Change Manager and Coach | New Zealand