SarathTalks

Business Intelligence (BI): Your Sword for Success

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With over a decade of experience, I have observed that few leaders have a strong sixth sense in forecasting business based on their experience. They don’t require data to make an informed decision and have been able to sustain the market for more than 3 decades however I have always advocated that to grow and … Read more

Balancing Short-Term vs Long-Term Performance Goals

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Understanding the Dilemma I have always advocated for organisations to be agile in this dynamic market however there should be a balancing short-term vs long-term performance goals. The organisation often tussle between immediate results and long-term sustainability.  Before trying to achieve the right balance between short-term vs long-term goals, it is important to understand what … Read more

Unveiling Key Metrics Across Industries

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Based on the knowledge I have gained as a Strategy & Operations professional over the last 12 years in these industries, various Business Performance and Insight aspects were chosen. Every month, the metrics are gathered for leadership to assess either the whole organisation or the project’s performance. It is critical in the agile market that … Read more

Organisational Agility: Jargon which is yet to touch the reality

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Introduction: In the current demanding world of business full of changes, quick response and adaptation are the stepping stones to an organisation’s success. Agility becomes both skill and essence of successful organisational development. This blog post will analyse advanced strategies developed to optimise organisational agility so that companies remain competitive and profitable in the long … Read more

NFTs – Dead before show-time

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NFTs were the talk of the town in 2021 and 2022 and there was news that people had become millionaires from NFTs. However, in 2024, it looks like NFTs have lost their limelight. What happened to them? Was it just a gimmick? Is it still there, acting dormant and waiting for the right to move … Read more

Is AI Consuming Your Marketing Budget? Dive into Secrets

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Fear not, marketers! Dive into data-driven insights to maximise ROI, harness AI’s power responsibly, and keep the human touch at the helm. Learn how to avoid budget-chasing algorithms and unlock genuine connections that drive sustainable growth. The Hype Headlines blare “AI Marketing Revolution!” Promising automated ads, chatbots, and personalised email campaigns that skyrocket conversions and … Read more

Beyond Baingan: From Worldly Delights to Dreadful Dishes

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Food defines the culture of a country however the taste buds will always define emotion. With globalization, our taste buds have got a chance to taste other country’s food however with localization it has evolved according to our cultural taste buds. According to Taste Atlas, India’s ‘Aloo Baingan’ made it to the top 100 worst … Read more

Lean Six Sigma: The Unsung Hero of Digital Transformation

Bridging the Gap Between Old and New Today’s business landscape is defined by rapid change and the relentless pursuit of growth. Digital transformation has become the ubiquitous buzzword, promising to unlock unprecedented opportunities. However, for many organisations, the journey towards digitalisation can feel daunting and complex. Enter Lean Six Sigma, the unsung hero of digital … Read more

WeWork’s Failure: A Strategy and Business Operations Perspective

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WeWork, a coworking space company, was once valued at over $47 billion. However, the company collapsed in 2019 and filed for bankruptcy. As a strategy and business operations professional, I have analyzed WeWork’s failure and identified the following key factors that contributed to its downfall: Unsustainable Business Model WeWork’s business model was based on leasing … Read more