INSIGHTS
TALES OF THE FUTURE
BRAIDER ORGANIZATIONS
Our recently published book delves into the transformative impact of digital technologies on organizational structures, emphasizing the shift towards "braids" - innovative, flexible networks that transcend traditional hierarchies to foster collaboration, innovation, and performance. It showcases how leading companies like Airbus and Procter & Gamble are pioneering these changes, leveraging braided organizations to achieve unprecedented levels of agility, knowledge-sharing, and customer responsiveness. Offering a blueprint for designing braided structures, the book argues against the constraints of conventional organizational charts, advocating for a reimagined approach to achieving growth and innovation in the digital age. This forward-thinking publication serves as a guide for leveraging digital advancements to break through historical organizational limitations and unlock new realms of performance and innovation.
REIMAGINING STRATEGY
This article describes novel approaches to strategy in the context of rapidly changing business environments, advocating for the adoption of dynamic Enterprise Architecture and the concept of Braided Organizations. It highlights the importance of strategic betting and the management of organizations as bio-adaptive systems to unlock innovation and respond effectively to change. By integrating multiple thinking models—predictive, conjectural, and imaginative—the article suggests a pathway for navigating complexity and shaping future organizational trajectories. It concludes by emphasizing that embracing the principles of Braided Organizations can help leaders implement adaptive strategies, fostering collaboration and innovation in a volatile business landscape.
ceoS and futures
Our recent article explores the potential future of organizations and corporate leadership, particularly the roles of CEOs in the context of advanced technology like AI. The blend of imaginative tales with realistic business challenges makes it relevant for today's leaders and thinkers. It provides a creative exploration of how technology could reshape leadership styles, decision-making processes, and organizational dynamics. The ideas presented in the article encourage reflection on the evolving nature of leadership in an increasingly digital and interconnected world. This article is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and leadership, stimulating discussion and new perspectives on the future of corporate management.
Discover the innovative concept of Braided Organizations through a captivating presentation by Michel Zarka at Ecole des Ponts Business School, complemented by an insightful interview on Xerfi Canal (in French). This comprehensive exploration is enriched by an exchange of experiences and real-life client examples, offering a deeper understanding of how these flexible, networked organizations transcend traditional boundaries to foster collaboration, innovation, and performance.
