Organizational Re-Invention: Publishing

Building a High Performance Culture During an Acquisition for a Publishing Company

Client Case Study

Situation

After a turbulent acquisition a high profile newspaper publisher set out to build a culture of high performance and innovation.

Complications

In the midst of a severe economic downturn in a tourist dominated market, the newspaper needed to seek out innovative approaches for revenue generation. The assets only acquisition had left a talent and leadership vacuum, requiring the building of a leadership capability that could establish a culture of accountability and focus on innovative sources of revenue.

Approach

  1. A cultural assessment determined the need for re-engaging the whole organization in developing a new strategic plan and vision.
  2. Leadership development and acquisition of new talent led to the need for team development and alignment.
  3. Building capability to manage performance and lead through organizational change across departmental boundaries.

Results

  • A solid leadership team is in place.
  • The processes and systems to focus on a results focused culture are emerging.
  • The capability to work across departments in cross-department teams has been strengthened.
  • The organization has identified new markets and sources of revenue that had previously been under exploited.

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