Optimizing Organizational Value and Strategy with Mike Hogan of Insights7
Fish Innovation Podcast
Ben Fish is a seasoned product executive with 20+ years in product management, strategy, & innovation. He helps small and mid-sized businesses grow through product development & go-to-market strategies delivering actionable solutions.
Ben Fish

Optimizing Organizational Value and Strategy with Mike Hogan of Insights7

S1 Mar 14, 2025 • 38 mins

Ben Fish is joined by Mike Hogan to explore business optimization and a value-centric approach. They delve into Insight seven's principles, focusing on addressing IT inefficiencies and enhancing service delivery through Agile. The discussion highlights the importance of strategy, value creation, and overcoming cultural challenges within organizations. Leadership's role in defining value and empowering teams is examined, supported by case studies showcasing Insight seven's positive impacts. They contrast organic and hierarchical structures and discuss realignment strategies. The conversation covers adapting Insight seven's model to different organizations and concludes with thoughts on fostering innovation and founder retention.

Key Points

  • Understanding the value chain and focusing on your customer's customer is crucial for optimizing business operations and ensuring long-term success.
  • Leaders should define clear value outcomes and empower cross-functional teams to make decisions that align with these objectives, rather than relying on traditional hierarchical structures.
  • Transitioning to a value creation model can significantly improve efficiency, profitability, and employee engagement, while also addressing broader stakeholder needs.
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