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Strategic Alignment

The term strategic is often thrown around in organizations, but few truly understand the term. If you are going to partner with stakeholders in applying a strategic approach to learning and talent development, you must have a clear understanding of what that means. Strategic alignment is the dynamic state of linking everything the organization uses, does, produces, and delivers to its strategic objectives. It allows the organization to optimize its resources (people, time, money) and processes for meeting its mission and making measurable progress toward its vision. There are many internal elements to consider when engaging in the process of strategic alignment, including systems, structure, staff, skills, finances, and ...

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