Written by Angela Iobst Fast-moving markets demand lightning-quick decisions. Yet many marketing teams still rely on gut feelings and outdated data to guide million-dollar campaigns. The result? Wasted budgets, missed opportunities, and campaigns that fall flat. Data-driven marketing powered by AI changes everything. With the right tools, you can predict which campaigns will succeed before…

Written by Angela Iobst Quarterly Check-ins are Killing Your Strategy Execution Many leadership teams rely on quarterly check-ins to evaluate performance and realign priorities. While this approach worked in a slower-paced business environment, today it’s like navigating in the dark. Three months is plenty of time for small issues to spiral into major problems, market…

Written by Ivan Klepikovski Ivan Klepikovski is a Project and Program Management professional with over 16 years of experience leading digital transformation initiatives across IT, construction, engineering, and e-commerce industries. He is a PMP® and PMI-PBA® certified Business Analyst with expertise in Agile delivery, requirements management, ERP/CRM systems, and process automation. The Role of Risk Management…

How to Align Strategy, Budget, and Performance: A Guide for Leaders Practical steps to connect planning, funding, and execution for measurable results Written By Angela Iobst Why Alignment Matters in Strategy, Budget, and Performance Most organizations struggle with how to align strategy and budget effectively to achieve measurable results. Misalignment slows progress, wastes resources, and creates…

Driving strategic AI execution, cultural transformation, and competitive advantage Written by Pulkit Kapila Introduction: Why AI Strategy Often Fails The buzz around artificial intelligence is everywhere, but research shows 70% of AI initiatives fail to deliver results. This blog reveals proven frameworks to align AI strategy with execution, overcome common pitfalls, and drive measurable outcomes….

Unlocking Agility, Accountability, and Impact Through Data-Driven Strategy Execution Written by Pulkit Kapila Nonprofit operational efficiency is vital for organizations that want to do more with limited resources. Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) helps leaders streamline operations, manage resources wisely, and achieve measurable impact. As a result, teams make better decisions and deliver stronger outcomes. In…

Aligning financial planning with strategic goals Written by Angela Iobst Introduction By tying budgets directly to strategic priorities, agencies can align budgets with strategy and turn financial plans into measurable outcomes. Every public agency starts the year with a plan, with a budget to match it. But too often, those two things drift apart. Teams…

Written by Deepika Mohanty Artificial intelligence has arrived at your workplace, and it’s here to stay. But managing employees in an AI environment requires more than just adopting technology—it demands a human-centered leadership approach that amplifies people’s strengths while integrating AI tools effectively. The answer isn’t about choosing between humans and AI. It’s about creating…

Written by Angela Iobst Porter’s Five Forces → Competing Smarter with SPM Tools In today’s complex business world, classic strategy frameworks still matter. However, they need modern tools to bring them to life. Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) tools bridge that gap by turning strategic insight into measurable outcomes. Here’s how they transform traditional frameworks into…

Written by Angela Iobst Team alignment is vital for mission-driven organizations. Whether you’re managing a nonprofit, government agency, or community initiative, success depends on more than just a solid plan. Every team member must understand your strategic goals and alignment priorities. When everyone pulls in the same direction, success follows. As a result, at Core-Strategy,…