BCG on People and Organization

How can we activate our organizations to achieve sustainability goals effectively? This is a pivotal part of the climate transition, requiring us to rewire our companies' ways of working by leveraging existing systems, processes, and culture. Embedding sustainability throughout the organization is essential for driving corporate climate action and leveraging opportunities for innovation and growth. BCG has teamed up with WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development on a series of Masterclasses. During our latest session: "Empowering Leadership and Activating the Organization", expert speakers and over 50 finance and sustainability leaders discussed how we can embed sustainability throughout our operating models, integrating it into our organizational design, business processes, and corporate culture. Key Takeaways: 📌 Strategic Integration: Incorporating sustainability into strategic and financial planning is crucial for long-term profitability and sustainability. 📌 Capital Frameworks: Adjusting capital allocation to include climate risks and opportunities ensures investments align with both environmental and business goals. 📌 Robust Metrics: Developing KPIs that merge financial and climate metrics promotes transparency, informed decision-making, and broader buy-in. 📌 Funding Sustainability: Exploring diverse funding mechanisms supports ambitious climate initiatives, balancing internal and external financing. 📌 Leadership & Culture: Empowering leaders and employees to take action fosters a deep culture of sustainability, which is critical for sustained progress. For more insights, visit our sustainability strategy portal: https://on.bcg.com/3Y0C9oG Let’s lead the way in integrating sustainability into our organizational frameworks. How are you embedding sustainability into your business strategies?

In October 2023, we hosted a gathering of over 70 reskilling and upskilling experts at Harvard Business School, and it didn’t take long for everybody to arrive at a unanimous consensus: Reskilling today is a strategic imperative. The question is no longer “Whether?” or “Why?”; it’s “How?” As a follow up to our HBR magazine article, in this next follow on article we bring data from 1200 companies to identify how the average company is doing on this topic and how companies can get tangible impact from reimagining their reskilling programs. https://lnkd.in/gNHXxV2r. Shout out to my co-authors Orsolya Kovacs-Ondrejkovic Leila Doumi Raffaella Sadun Jorge Tamayo for yet another collab. #reskillingintheageofAI #reskilling #BCG

Sending an important email message to a business associate or colleague and getting no reply is frustrating, but happens all the time. In Boston Consulting Group (BCG)'s Julia Dhar's latest Forbes column she breaks down the ways to reduce the odds of this happening. Dhar, a behavioral science expert, explores how different appeals trigger different reactions. Unsurprisingly, the subject line of your email is not only the place to start; it’s the key.

#TaylorSwift has proved to not only be one of the most successful recording artists of all time, but also one of the most adept marketers of her generation. In Boston Consulting Group's Julia Dhar's latest Forbes column she breaks down Swift’s #marketing masterclass, detailing what brands can learn from the popstar when mapping out their own go-to-market strategies for new products. From maximizing partnerships and presales, to delivering above and beyond for the consumer, Dahr highlights how brands can take a page out of Swift’s playbook.

A new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG), reveals that employee attitudes towards #GenAI are shifting to a more optimistic view. Of the respondents surveyed 58% believe GenAI saves them 5+ hours a week on tasks. With employee optimism growing, now is the time for companies to invest in their commitment to transformation built around AI. They should lean into spaces where employees have noted GenAI’s advantages and draw on these positive insights as they incorporate new technology into their organizations. Read the full report: https://on.bcg.com/3zABIHd

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and Bosch Digital are setting new standards in #digitalleadership. By flattening hierarchies and increasing international diversity, we are crafting a more #agile and inclusive future together. #Leadership #DigitalExcellence Hear from Ulrike Hetzel and Anja Unglaub at Bosch Digital on their digital op model journey. https://on.bcg.com/4cAunWv

I'm on a mission to keep people at the center of the GenAI conversation. Last week, I had the opportunity to lead an upskilling session for ~50 CHROs at the National Academy of Human Resources (NAHR) academy for new CHROs. It was great to share why I'm so passionate about this mission. From upskilling to change management and culture and to what's next (hint: creating a repeatable capability to redesign work and roles) – we need the strategic contributions of the CHRO even more now. I left the session feeling hopeful and energized by discussions on skill disruption, HR as a keeper of trust, and the adoption curve. Huge thanks to Daniel Marsili, Lindsay Hoag, Tracy Keogh, and the New York Stock Exchange for making it happen. #hr #nahr #ai

Those who want to build a leaner, faster, stronger organization know they must strategically prioritize the right areas to boost capabilities and efficiency. It isn't just about cutting costs. It's about fostering an environment where every element of the organization, from people to technology, works harmoniously towards common goals. In our series #TheBottomLine, nine experts share insights on leadership and the balance of reducing costs while simultaneously enhancing capabilities. Read all of our insights on cost management now: https://on.bcg.com/3KYPxlo

The world is facing significant sustainability challenges and as organizations look to the future, leadership must be ready to implement innovative solutions. In a new book, Driving Sustainable Innovation: How to Do Well While Doing Good, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Climate & Sustainability leaders detail a path forward for organizations ready to face the realities of a changing #climate. In their chapter, Transforming Your Organization to Support Sustainable Innovation, authors Kristy Ellmer, Evelien Dupont, Alice Bolton, Maggie Schear, and Camila Noldin, discuss how organizations can reshape and elevate their efforts through proven best practices. Read more to discover how innovations from the integration of artificial intelligence to #renewable energy technologies, are paving the way for companies to build a more sustainable future; all while staying #profitable. To learn more about the book, and hear Alice Bolton share her work, register for a virtual book launch exploring what leaders can do to drive and change their organizations through the lens of sustainability and innovation on June 27th from 11:00 am – 12:30 am EST.

#GenerativeAI offers efficiency, but employee adoption hinges on shared benefits and supportive leadership. By adding joy to work, co-creating with employees, and ensuring managers serve as role models, you can flip the odds of success. In a new Harvard Business Review article, Debbie Lovich, Rosie Sargeant, and Jacob Smith share research findings that show that reducing "toil" and increasing joy at work lowers attrition risks. They suggest that successful #AI adoption depends on managers who actively use the technology to drive employee engagement and satisfaction. #FutureOfWork #ArtificialIntelligence