Restructuring an organisation often begins with a familiar question: should the organisation start again from the ground up, or should it build on the structure and capability already in place? There is no universal answer. The right approach depends on why the organisation is restructuring, what it needs to achieve and whether the existing organisation provides a sound foundation for the future. A restructure should not be an exercise in moving boxes on an organisation chart

It is a simple question, but one that can create considerable confusion in project governance. In some organisations, the project start date is recorded when an idea first emerges. In others, it is when business case development begins. Some organisations only regard the project as having started once funding has been approved and delivery is authorised. These distinctions matter. The date a project is deemed to have started affects reporting, accountability, resource alloca

Leadership is often incorrectly judged by visible measures. The size of a budget, the number of direct reports or the breadth of a portfolio can all create the impression of influence and success. Yet these are poor indicators of leadership effectiveness. The most successful leaders are not those who oversee the largest departments. They are those who build capable teams, deliver consistent outcomes and leave their organisations stronger than they found them. One of the most