The Resource Battle

Resources are always in short supply. Focus on de-risking your approach to gain acceptance.

Seldom is there only one path to follow.  Alternatives always exist, including the alternative to do nothing.  Selecting a strategy often involved de-selecting alternatives.  The choice usually comes down to the upside potential, the cost, and the risk associated with each alternative.  Rarely will there be a reasonable apples-to-apples comparison between alternatives.  Strategies are formulated to help realize future outcomes and are based on many assumptions.  Find allies and develop methods to de-risk your approach to build confidence across the organization incrementally.