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Too much rigidity in planning can lead to discord and disruption
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About the Author
Vivek Sood: Sydney based managing director of Global Supply Chain Group, a strategy consultancy specializing in supply chains. More information on Vivek is available on www.linkedin.com/in/vivek and more information on Global Supply Chain Group is available www.globalscgroup.com
Vivek is the Managing Director of Global Supply Chain Group, a boutique strategy consulting firm specialising in Supply Chain Strategies, and headquartered in Sydney, Australia . He has over 24 years of experience in strategic transformations and operational excellence within global supply chains. Prior to co-founding Global Supply Chain Group in January 2000, Vivek was a management consultant with top-tier strategy consulting firm Booz Allen & Hamilton.
Vivek provides strategic operations and supply chain advice to boards and senior management of global corporations, private equity groups and other stakeholders in a range of industries including FMCG, food, shipping, logistics, manufacturing, chemicals, mining, agribusiness, construction materials, explosives, airlines and electricity utilities.
Vivek has served world-wide corporations in nearly 500 small and large projects on all continents with a variety of clients in many different industries. Most of projects have involved diagnostic, conceptualisation and transformation of supply chains – releasing significant amount of value for the business. His project work in supply chain management has added cumulative value in excess of $500M incorporating projects in major supply chain infrastructure investment decisions, profitable growth driven by global supply chain realignment, supply chain systems, negotiations and all other aspects of global supply chains.
Vivek has written a number of path breaking articles and commentaries that are published in several respected journals and magazines. Vivek has spoken at several supply chain conference, forums and workshops in various parts of the world. He has also conducted several strategic workshops on various aspects of supply chain management. He received his MBA with Distinction from the Australian Graduate School of Management in 1996 and prior to these studies spent 11 years in the Merchant Navy, rising from a Cadet to Master Mariner.
More information on Vivek is available on www.linkedin.com/in/vivek and more information on Global Supply Chain Group is available on www.globalscgroup.com
Introduction
Planning is an essential part of any successful undertaking and it can help maintain order in a chaotic situation. However, rigid adherence to plans can lead to discord and disruption when circumstances change. Too much rigidity in one’s plans can often result in unforeseen problems that could have been avoided with more flexibility. Such issues can range from minor inconveniences to major catastrophes depending on the circumstances, making it important to know the limits of an inflexible approach. Thus, having a plan is essential but one should keep their settings flexible enough to accommodate changes as they arise.
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Problem:
Problematic rigidity in planning is a dilemma that has become more prevalent in the modern age, and it can have serious consequences for individuals, groups, and organizations. In today’s ever-shifting world where flexibility is essential to success, too much rigidity can lead to discord and disruption. It can be especially detrimental when it comes to organizational planning because any degree of inflexibility will cause issues with problem-solving and potentially prevent a business from reaching its goals.
When planning becomes overly rigid, there is no room for improvement or creativity; instead of looking at each task as an opportunity for success, an organization just sticks to a plan they deem “good enough”, which usually isn’t enough in the long run. This lack of improvement means that problems are not being properly addressed before they become major issues that could significantly affect the company’s reputation or bottom line.
Implements:
Having a certain amount of rigidity in planning can indeed be beneficial, as it ensures that tasks are completed and goals are achieved. However, when too much rigidity is implemented the result can be discord and disruption instead. This is because if the plans become too rigid then individuals may begin to feel restricted in their actions, unable to make choices or decisions which they feel are best for them or their group. This could lead to feelings of frustration and unhappiness, causing people to rebel against the rules; resulting in disruption within society or a workplace setting.
Furthermore, when an individual’s personal goals do not align with those dictated by a detailed plan, this can increase tensions between individuals who have different aims and objectives.
Effects:
The effects of too much rigidity in planning can be far-reaching and have a profound impact on an individual’s life. For starters, having an overly rigid plan can lead to feelings of frustration and even resentment when the plan fails to accommodate unexpected or unforeseen events. Living in such a way can leave one feeling helpless as if external factors are completely out of their control. Furthermore, being too rigid in planning can also lead to discord between family members and friends since no deviation from the plan may be permissible. This constant adherence to a predetermined schedule often leads to stress and unhappiness as social activities become restricted due to the need for everything to run according to plan.
Causes, Barriers:
The idea of too much rigidity in planning can indeed lead to discord and disruption. Rigid plans are often characterized by having little to no flexibility, which can create problems when the reality of implementing a plan does not meet expectations. The primary cause of this problem is usually a lack of communication between those responsible for making the plan, and those executing it. Without proper communication, there is a possibility that an overly rigorous plan may not take into account all relevant factors or objectives necessary for its successful completion. This kind of misalignment can lead to unnecessary obstacles while trying to implement the plan, resulting in confusion and frustration among stakeholders.
Another potential cause of discord and disruption due to too much rigidity in planning lies with individuals within an organization who attempt to push their agenda without taking into consideration the opinions or viewpoints of other key players who are involved in bringing the plan to fruition.
Solution:
Although unions can bring many benefits to their members, there are situations where union involvement may not provide the benefits that workers expect. Here are a few examples of when unions may not benefit their members:
- When Union Leadership is Corrupt: In some cases, union leaders may be corrupt or not acting in the best interests of their members. This can result in the mismanagement of union funds, lack of representation for workers, and a failure to address worker grievances. In such cases, workers may feel disillusioned with the union and may not see the benefits of union involvement.
- When the Union is not Effective: Unions are most effective when they have the ability to negotiate with employers on behalf of their members. However, in some cases, unions may lack the bargaining power to effectively negotiate better wages and working conditions. In these situations, workers may not see the benefits of union involvement and may feel that they are not receiving adequate representation.
- When Workers have Specialized Skills: In industries where workers have specialized skills, such as technology or healthcare, workers may not see the benefits of union involvement if the union is not able to represent their specific needs. In these situations, workers may feel that their union dues are not being put to good use and may not see the value in maintaining their union membership.
- When the Industry is in Decline: In industries that are in decline, such as coal mining or manufacturing, unions may not be able to effectively negotiate better wages and working conditions for their members. This can result in workers feeling that their union membership is not providing them with the benefits that they expect
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is evident that too much rigidity in planning can lead to discord and disruption. Although structure and order are essential for success, organizations should always be open to flexible solutions and innovative approaches. An overly strict adherence to predetermined plans can be counterproductive and stifle creativity. It is important to find a balance between staying on track while allowing room for adjustments, as the ability to adapt is an essential part of organizational and team development.
Introducing.....
The global supply chain of products is an immense and complex system. It involves the movement of goods from the point of origin to the point of consumption, with intermediate steps that involve resources, materials and services to transport them. A supply chain encompasses activities such as purchasing, production, distribution and marketing in order to satisfy customer demands. Companies rely on a well-managed supply chain to meet their business goals by providing quality products and services at competitive prices.
Efficiently managing a global supply chain requires considerable effort, particularly when dealing with multiple suppliers located around the world. Complex logistics tracking systems are needed to monitor product movements from one place to another. Technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) can help companies keep track of shipments across different locations for greater visibility into their processes.
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GARRY BADDOCK
Chief Operating Officer Graphite Energy
I have experience with many of the well-known top-tier strategy firms but chose Global Supply Chain to support me on my supply chain projects. They always meet and exceed my expectations due to the quality of the work, the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, and the flexibility to adjust the project approach when required.
PHILLIPPE ETTIENNE
CEO - Large Global transnational corporation From: FOREWORD - OUTSOURCING 3.0
When I engaged Vivek’s services for supply chain transformation in one of the companies I was heading, we expected the careful and methodical approach that he was famous for... I was pleased to note that the original target set for 3 years was surpassed by almost 70% in just 18 months.
TONY FEDOROWICZ
Vice-President Supply Chain Asia Pacific
I have used their services for several business transformations and workshops in many companies. Each time an outstanding workshop and project result was delivered ensuring the success of the business transformation project. Savings surpassed $25 Million per annum in one case. Very powerful ideas, were implemented very diligently.
Jean-Briac Le Dean
Co-Founder & Agen
Vivek is a very collaborative and open leader who leads teams by example. Whether internal teams, or clients teams, all are impressed by his intensity, energy level and drive to make things a little better.
Lorna Calder Johnson
Omni-Channel Product Marketing
P & L Executive
Vivek's transformation expertise is apparent from his results and dedication to operations and supply chains. His strategic expertise, knowledge and network make him a standout even among an excellent team.
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