{"id":285128,"date":"2022-10-25T08:40:40","date_gmt":"2022-10-25T06:40:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/services\/strategiudvikling\/"},"modified":"2026-10-23T11:51:10","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T09:51:10","slug":"strategy-development","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/en\/services\/strategy-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Strategy development"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section et_animated new-hero-section topbanner preset--group--divi-section--divi-border--default preset--module--divi-section--e9e04dfc-9dcd-42ce-add8-a9d0dba53ed6\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--group--divi-row--divi-border--default preset--module--divi-row--093d7183-bc73-4e40-a565-431ecaa8a412\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough preset--group--divi-column--divi-border--default preset--module--divi-column--bca3090b-2442-4cc4-82a3-345ad23a1abd\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_dark et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-border--default preset--module--divi-text--d9a6a70c-4ab1-4280-9116-1ab21e269af4\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p style=\"font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-HvCn', arial, sans-serif !important; font-weight:800; text-transform:uppercase; color:#ffffff; font-size:13px; line-height:1.2em; letter-spacing:1px; padding-bottom:12px;\">Strategy that turns into action<\/p>\n<h1>Strategy development and execution for executive and management teams<\/h1>\n<p>People &amp; Performance helps executive teams, management teams and boards develop a strategy that can be executed \u2013 and put it into practice across the organisation. We facilitate the process from strategic foundation and strategy workshops to execution through your leaders. We work across Denmark from our offices in Copenhagen and Aarhus, and internationally.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"dsm_button_0 dsm_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module preset--group--dsm-button--divi-border--default preset--module--dsm-button--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"><div class=\"et_pb_button_module_wrappers\"><a class=\"et_pb_button et_pb_button_one dsm-icon-none dsm_button_0 et_pb_bg_layout_light\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/en\/request-a-quote\/\"    data-order-class=\"dsm_button_0\" data-icon=\"\">Request a quote<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--group--divi-section--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--group--divi-row--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough preset--group--divi-column--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p class=\"eyebrow\">From strategy to execution<\/p>\n<h2>Maximise business performance with strategy development<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Since 2007, People &amp; Performance has helped companies achieve better results through leadership and performance. Strategy development \u2013 from design to execution \u2013 is a core part of that work. We work with companies across EMEA, South America and Asia, across industries and organisational structures.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-HvCn', arial, sans-serif !important; font-weight:900; color:#6B7D3D !important; font-size:13px !important; letter-spacing:1px; text-transform:uppercase; padding:12px 0 10px;\">Our strengths<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style:none; padding:0 !important; margin:0 0 28px; display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap:16px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style:none; background:#F3F4EE; border-radius:8px; padding:22px 22px 20px; margin:0;\"><span style=\"display:flex; align-items:center; gap:10px; margin-bottom:8px;\"><span style=\"flex:0 0 28px; display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:28px; height:28px; border-radius:50%; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff; font-size:14px; font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span><strong style=\"color:#333;\">Clear direction<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"display:block;\">We help you clarify where and how you want to compete, and which priorities it takes to reach your goal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style:none; background:#F3F4EE; border-radius:8px; padding:22px 22px 20px; margin:0;\"><span style=\"display:flex; align-items:center; gap:10px; margin-bottom:8px;\"><span style=\"flex:0 0 28px; display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:28px; height:28px; border-radius:50%; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff; font-size:14px; font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span><strong style=\"color:#333;\">Focus and resources<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"display:block;\">We give you tools to mobilise resources across the organisation and focus your efforts on the results you want.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style:none; background:#F3F4EE; border-radius:8px; padding:22px 22px 20px; margin:0;\"><span style=\"display:flex; align-items:center; gap:10px; margin-bottom:8px;\"><span style=\"flex:0 0 28px; display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:28px; height:28px; border-radius:50%; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff; font-size:14px; font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span><strong style=\"color:#333;\">Execution under pressure<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"display:block;\">We give you the means to execute your strategy and stay on course when you meet resistance and unexpected change.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style:none; background:#F3F4EE; border-radius:8px; padding:22px 22px 20px; margin:0;\"><span style=\"display:flex; align-items:center; gap:10px; margin-bottom:8px;\"><span style=\"flex:0 0 28px; display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:28px; height:28px; border-radius:50%; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff; font-size:14px; font-weight:700;\">\u2713<\/span><strong style=\"color:#333;\">Tailored programmes<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"display:block;\">We tailor the programme to your company \u2013 from strategy development and process to execution across the organisation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"border-left:4px solid #465D0D; padding:4px 0 4px 18px; font-size:18px; line-height:1.6em; color:#333;\">We facilitate results-driven change through strategy development that maximises business performance by helping people perform at their best.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_5 et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough preset--group--divi-column--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><div style=\"text-align:center;\">\n<p style=\"font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-HvCn', arial, sans-serif !important; font-weight:900; color:#6B7D3D !important; font-size:13px !important; letter-spacing:1px; text-transform:uppercase; padding-bottom:6px;\">Your contact<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:24px; line-height:1.3em; padding-bottom:20px;\">Need strategic advice?<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/torben-norby-contact.png\" alt=\"Torben N\u00f8rby, CEO &amp; Co-founder of People &amp; Performance\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:180px; height:180px; border-radius:50%; display:block; margin:0 auto 18px;\"><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-bottom:2px;\"><strong style=\"color:#333;\">Torben N\u00f8rby<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px; padding-bottom:16px;\">CEO &amp; Co-founder of People &amp; Performance<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px; max-width:320px; margin:0 auto; padding-bottom:24px;\">Call or write to us, and we will set up an informal conversation about your strategy work.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display:flex; flex-direction:column; gap:12px; align-items:center;\"><a href=\"tel:+4579277290\" style=\"display:inline-block; min-width:230px; box-sizing:border-box; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff !important; font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-Roman', arial, sans-serif !important; font-weight:700; font-size:14px; letter-spacing:2px; text-transform:uppercase; padding:14px 22px; border:2px solid #465D0D; border-radius:3px; text-decoration:none;\">Call +45 7927 7290<\/a><a href=\"mailto:mail@pphr.com?subject=Strategy%20development\" style=\"display:inline-block; min-width:230px; box-sizing:border-box; background:transparent; color:#465D0D !important; font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-Roman', arial, sans-serif !important; font-weight:700; font-size:14px; letter-spacing:2px; text-transform:uppercase; padding:14px 22px; border:2px solid #465D0D; border-radius:3px; text-decoration:none;\">Email us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--group--divi-section--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--group--divi-row--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough preset--group--divi-column--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_0 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image et_animated\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/cropped-site-icon-pphr.png\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/cropped-site-icon-pphr.png 512w, https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/cropped-site-icon-pphr-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 512px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-54637\" alt=\"people-and-performance-cropped-site-icon-pphr.png\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">International outlook<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">We work across Europe, the Middle East, North, Central and South America, and Asia. Our flexible approach means we can deliver at or close to the client\u2019s location, depending on what works best for each process.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough preset--group--divi-column--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_1 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image et_animated\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/cropped-site-icon-pphr.png\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/cropped-site-icon-pphr.png 512w, https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/cropped-site-icon-pphr-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 512px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-54637\" alt=\"people-and-performance-cropped-site-icon-pphr.png\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Business insight across industries<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">We have extensive experience from many different industries, which means we bring fresh perspectives and business insight.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough preset--group--divi-column--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_2 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-blurb--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image et_animated\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/cropped-site-icon-pphr.png\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/cropped-site-icon-pphr.png 512w, https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/cropped-site-icon-pphr-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 512px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-54637\" alt=\"people-and-performance-cropped-site-icon-pphr.png\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h4 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Experience with all kinds of organisations<\/h4><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">We work closely with our clients \u2013 whether they are large international corporations, small and medium-sized companies or start-ups. Private equity funds, boards and executive teams use us as their partner.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--group--divi-section--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--group--divi-row--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough preset--group--divi-column--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p class=\"eyebrow\">Definition<\/p>\n<h2>What is strategy development?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"border-left:4px solid #465D0D; padding:4px 0 4px 18px; font-size:18px; line-height:1.6em; color:#333; margin-bottom:24px;\">Strategy development is the process in which leadership sets the company's direction: which goals you want to reach, where and how you want to compete, and which resources need to be put to work.<\/p>\n<p>Many companies draw up action and project plans without a real strategy behind them. But it is the strategy that ties the plans together and makes it possible to prioritise when new opportunities or problems arise.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(240px, 1fr)); gap:16px; margin:8px 0 28px;\">\n<div style=\"background:#ffffff; border:1px solid #d0d4bc; border-radius:8px; padding:22px 22px 18px;\">\n<p style=\"font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-HvCn', arial, sans-serif !important; font-weight:900; color:#6B7D3D !important; font-size:13px !important; letter-spacing:1px; text-transform:uppercase; padding-bottom:8px;\">The strategy<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-bottom:0;\">Sets the direction: the goal, the reasons for the new course, the key milestones and the resources that need to be put to work.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#ffffff; border:1px solid #d0d4bc; border-radius:8px; padding:22px 22px 18px;\">\n<p style=\"font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-HvCn', arial, sans-serif !important; font-weight:900; color:#6B7D3D !important; font-size:13px !important; letter-spacing:1px; text-transform:uppercase; padding-bottom:8px;\">The action plans<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-bottom:0;\">Turn the strategy into projects and concrete activities that support the goal. This is where execution begins.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#F3F4EE; border-radius:8px; padding:28px 28px 22px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size:22px; line-height:1.3em; padding-bottom:14px;\">When does it make sense to get help?<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"list-style:none; padding:0 !important; margin:0;\">\n<li style=\"list-style:none; display:flex; gap:12px; align-items:flex-start; padding:0 0 12px; margin:0;\"><span style=\"flex:0 0 24px; display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:24px; height:24px; border-radius:50%; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; margin-top:2px;\">\u2713<\/span><span>You need to set a new direction after a change of ownership, a merger or new leadership.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style:none; display:flex; gap:12px; align-items:flex-start; padding:0 0 12px; margin:0;\"><span style=\"flex:0 0 24px; display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:24px; height:24px; border-radius:50%; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; margin-top:2px;\">\u2713<\/span><span>The strategy exists on paper but is not turning into action in the organisation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style:none; display:flex; gap:12px; align-items:flex-start; padding:0 0 12px; margin:0;\"><span style=\"flex:0 0 24px; display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:24px; height:24px; border-radius:50%; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; margin-top:2px;\">\u2713<\/span><span>The management team does not agree on the priorities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style:none; display:flex; gap:12px; align-items:flex-start; padding:0 0 12px; margin:0;\"><span style=\"flex:0 0 24px; display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:24px; height:24px; border-radius:50%; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; margin-top:2px;\">\u2713<\/span><span>The market has changed, and the strategy needs to be renewed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style:none; display:flex; gap:12px; align-items:flex-start; padding:0 0 4px; margin:0;\"><span style=\"flex:0 0 24px; display:inline-flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; width:24px; height:24px; border-radius:50%; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff; font-size:12px; font-weight:700; margin-top:2px;\">\u2713<\/span><span>The board or owners expect a clear plan for growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top:72px;\">\n<p class=\"eyebrow\">The programme<\/p>\n<h2>How we work with strategy development<\/h2>\n<p style=\"max-width:820px;\">A strategy programme is always tailored to your situation. We typically work in four phases \u2013 from a solid foundation to a strategy that lives in the organisation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap:20px; margin:28px 0 28px;\">\n<div style=\"background:#F3F4EE; border-radius:8px; padding:26px 24px 22px;\"><span style=\"display:block; font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-HvCn', arial, sans-serif; font-size:36px; line-height:1; color:#6B7D3D; margin-bottom:12px;\">01<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px; line-height:1.25em; color:#465D0D; padding-bottom:8px;\">Strategic foundation<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px; padding-bottom:0;\">We start with your values, mission and vision and take a critical look at whether the foundation will hold over time. We find the gaps before the strategy is built on top.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#F3F4EE; border-radius:8px; padding:26px 24px 22px;\"><span style=\"display:block; font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-HvCn', arial, sans-serif; font-size:36px; line-height:1; color:#6B7D3D; margin-bottom:12px;\">02<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px; line-height:1.25em; color:#465D0D; padding-bottom:8px;\">Strategy development<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px; padding-bottom:0;\">In strategy workshops with the executive and management team, we clarify where and how you want to compete, and what needs to be prioritised.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#F3F4EE; border-radius:8px; padding:26px 24px 22px;\"><span style=\"display:block; font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-HvCn', arial, sans-serif; font-size:36px; line-height:1; color:#6B7D3D; margin-bottom:12px;\">03<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px; line-height:1.25em; color:#465D0D; padding-bottom:8px;\">Execution<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px; padding-bottom:0;\">The strategy is executed through your leaders. We help the management team mobilise the organisation, build engagement and follow up.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#F3F4EE; border-radius:8px; padding:26px 24px 22px;\"><span style=\"display:block; font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-HvCn', arial, sans-serif; font-size:36px; line-height:1; color:#6B7D3D; margin-bottom:12px;\">04<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px; line-height:1.25em; color:#465D0D; padding-bottom:8px;\">Renewal<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px; padding-bottom:0;\">We run regular strategy workshops so the strategy adapts to new knowledge and new opportunities, and focus is maintained.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"max-width:820px;\">We see a direct link between people's performance and the successful execution of even the most complex strategies. That is why we work closely with the management team all the way and can combine the strategy programme with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/en\/services\/management-team-development\/\">management team development<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/en\/services\/leadership-development\/\">leadership development<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-top:8px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/en\/request-a-quote\/\" style=\"display:inline-block; background:#465D0D; color:#ffffff !important; font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-Roman', arial, sans-serif !important; font-weight:700; font-size:14px; letter-spacing:2px; text-transform:uppercase; padding:14px 26px; border-radius:3px; text-decoration:none;\">Get a tailored strategy workshop<\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(300px, 1fr)); gap:40px; align-items:center; margin-top:72px;\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/strategy_pphr.webp\" alt=\"Management team in a strategy workshop\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%; height:520px; object-fit:cover; border-radius:8px; display:block;\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"eyebrow\">From plan to action<\/p>\n<h2>Strategy execution: when the plan meets everyday reality<\/h2>\n<p>The step from plan to action may not seem long. But the strategy has to hold when day-to-day operations, time pressure and unexpected change kick in. That is why we make the strategy resilient from the development stage and work with three questions:<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left:3px solid #d0d4bc; padding-left:18px; margin:18px 0 24px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size:18px; line-height:1.3em; color:#465D0D; padding-bottom:4px;\">Does execution require organisational development?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px;\">Can the current organisational structure go the distance, and are there structural barriers that could get in the way?<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:18px; line-height:1.3em; color:#465D0D; padding-bottom:4px;\">What do we do when we meet resistance?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px;\">When processes stall or the market changes, there must be resources that can drive the strategy forward.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:18px; line-height:1.3em; color:#465D0D; padding-bottom:4px;\">How do we maintain momentum?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px; padding-bottom:0;\">The strategy must be able to adapt along the way, so it is not lost in day-to-day operations and unexpected obstacles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Leaders are key when a strategy is executed. That is why the programme can be combined with a Leadership Academy for your leaders.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-top:4px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pphr.dk\/en\/services\/leadership-development\/leadership-academy\/\" style=\"display:inline-block; background:transparent; color:#465D0D !important; font-family:'HelveticaNeueLTStd-Roman', arial, sans-serif !important; font-weight:700; font-size:14px; letter-spacing:2px; text-transform:uppercase; padding:12px 24px; border:2px solid #465D0D; border-radius:3px; text-decoration:none;\">Read about Leadership Academies<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section preset--group--divi-section--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_flex_row preset--group--divi-row--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--group--divi-column--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p class=\"eyebrow\">Questions and answers<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions about strategy development<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion--divi-border--default\">\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-border--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is strategy development?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>Strategy development is the process in which leadership sets the company's direction: which goals you want to reach, where and how you want to compete, and which resources need to be put to work. The strategy is then turned into action plans and projects.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-border--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is the difference between strategy development and strategy execution?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>Strategy development is about setting the direction. Strategy execution is about getting the organisation to act on it. Many strategies fail in execution, which is why we work with both \u2013 and with the leaders who have to execute the strategy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-border--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Who does People & Performance help with strategy development?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>We work with executive teams, management teams and boards in large international corporations, small and medium-sized companies and start-ups. Private equity funds also use us as their partner.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-border--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What happens in a strategy workshop?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>We tailor the workshop to your situation. Typically, the executive or management team challenges the current strategy, clarifies priorities and agrees on next steps, so the strategy is renewed and focus is maintained.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_4 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-border--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How long does a strategy programme take?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>It depends on your starting point and ambitions. We agree on scope and timeline after an initial conversation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_5 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_flex_module preset--group--divi-accordion-item--divi-border--default\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Where do you work?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content et_flex_module\"><p>We work across Denmark from our offices in Copenhagen and Aarhus, and internationally in Europe, the Middle East, North, Central and South America, and Asia.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_5 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--group--divi-section--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_pb_equal_columns et_block_row preset--group--divi-row--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough preset--group--divi-column--divi-border--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--group--divi-text--divi-border--default preset--module--divi-text--ab40ec09-fc23-4bf9-9bf4-3a3a2d7fd4f7\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Let's talk<\/h2>\n<p>Briefly tell us what you are facing, and one of our consultants will get back to you to arrange an informal conversation. 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