Organizational Risks: A Close Look at Financial Risk
Organizational Risks: A Close Look at Financial Risk Organizational risks fall into three categories: strategic risks, operational risks, and financial risks. As companies consider their growth strategy, they must also examine their ability to weather these types of risks. This article will explore financial risks in depth; we take a close look at strategic risks and operational […]
Change Readiness Assessment: How to Evaluate Your Organization’s Ability to Transform
Change Readiness Assessment: How to Evaluate Your Organization’s Ability to Transform A change readiness assessment is a strategic diagnostic tool that helps organizations determine whether they have the capacity, culture, and commitment necessary to successfully implement and sustain transformation initiatives. Before launching major changes, such as technological implementations, restructuring efforts or pivots, leaders need honest […]
The Ultimate Guide to Nonprofit Mergers: From Initial Inquiry to Integration
The Ultimate Guide to Nonprofit Mergers: From Initial Inquiry to Integration Nonprofit mergers represent one of the most significant strategic decisions an organization can make, offering the potential to amplify mission impact, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen financial stability. While the concept might seem straightforward, the reality involves a complex process requiring careful planning, stakeholder […]
How to Create a Change Communication Plan That Drives Results
How to Create a Change Communication Plan That Drives Results A change communication plan is the foundation of successful organizational transformation. Without clear, strategic communication, even the most well-designed initiatives fail to gain traction. Leaders who invest time in developing a comprehensive change communication plan equip their teams with the clarity and context needed to […]
Case Study: Active Heroes
Case Study: Active Heroes Since early 2024, Open Eye engaged with Active Heroes as a fractional part of the leadership team, to provide strategic, operational, and fundraising support to help rebuild its foundation, realign its mission, and relaunch sustainably to continue serving those who have served. The Story Open Eye partnered with Active Heroes, a […]
Nonprofit Earned Income: Six Proven Strategies to Diversify Your Funding Sources
Nonprofit Earned Income: Six Proven Strategies to Diversify Your Funding Sources In an era of increasing competition for grant funding and donor dollars, nonprofit earned income is emerging as a powerful way to create more sustainable and flexible revenue streams. Rather than relying solely on the generosity of donors, earned income represents a fundamental shift […]
Mastering the Strategic Implementation Process
Mastering the Strategic Implementation Process A Six Step Framework for Success The strategic implementation process bridges planning and performance, and it has the power to transform ambitious goals into tangible business outcomes. While organizations invest significant resources in developing sophisticated strategies, studies show that 70-90 percent of strategic plans fail during implementation. This disconnect between planning and […]
Strategic Planning vs. Operational Planning
Strategic Planning vs. Operational Planning The Pathway to Organizational Success Means Understanding the Distinction In the realm of organizational development, understanding the nuances of strategic planning vs. operational planning is key to aligning long-term vision with day-to-day execution. While strategic planning sets overarching goals and directions for the future, operational planning translates those objectives into […]
Meet Madison
Get to Know Our Experts: Madison Green Open Eye relies on the amazing talent of our Experts. This Q&A will help you get to know the experiences Madison brings to our collective. First, we’re thrilled to welcome another Canadian expert to our team! As a Montreal-based project management expert at Open Eye, you play a […]
Meet Vince
Get to Know our Experts: Vince Cain Open Eye relies on the amazing talent of our Experts. This Q&A will help you get to know what experiences Vince brings to Open Eye. Welcome, Vince! Let’s dive right into the interview, shall we? Certainly! It’s great to meet you and thanks for having me. Something that […]