Why Some Businesses Struggle to Discuss Technology Architecture
Stop me if this sounds familiar—you’re in a meeting about your company’s technology architecture, but instead of a productive discussion, you’re met with confusion, frustration, or complete disengagement. Some people speak in technical jargon that others don’t understand. Business leaders struggle to see how the technology fits into strategy. IT teams feel unheard or misunderstood. […]
Why Agility is Important to Building an Adaptive Business
Imagine you’re steering a ship through unpredictable waters. One moment, the sea is calm, and your course is clear. The next, a sudden storm forces you to change direction—or risk sinking. This is exactly how today’s business landscape works. Markets shift, customer demands evolve, and new technologies emerge at breakneck speed. The companies that thrive […]
Why Creating a Memorable User Experience in Product Design Is Harder Than It Seems
Stop me if this sounds familiar: You’ve spent months—maybe years—developing a product. The technology is solid, the features are cutting-edge, and on paper, it should be a game-changer. But when users interact with it, something is missing. They don’t connect with it. They don’t remember it. And worst of all, they don’t keep using it.
Challenges in Building Organisational Capability
To achieve organisational capability, you’ve spent time and money on training programs. Your employees have attended workshops, completed online courses, and even earned certifications. But when you look at the bigger picture, nothing has really changed. Performance improvements are temporary, teams still struggle to adapt, and the organisation isn’t any more agile or innovative than before.
This is the frustrating reality many businesses face. The problem isn’t a lack of training—it’s that training alone doesn’t build lasting organisational capability.
Why Businesses Struggle to Align IT and Business Strategies—and How Alchemy Solutions Can Help
How can you align IT and business strategies? Businesses invest in IT with the expectation that it will drive growth, improve efficiency, and give them a competitive edge. Yet, despite these investments, many organisations struggle to align IT strategy with business objectives. IT teams focus on technology—security, system upgrades, and infrastructure—while business leaders prioritise revenue […]
Challenges with AI for Organisations in 2025
AI is no longer optional, but it’s not easy either. In 2025, organisations that fail to adopt AI risk falling behind competitors who use it to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation.
Hurdles to Becoming a Data Driven Organisation
Many organisations struggle to transition from simply having data to using it to drive decision-making. But here’s the good news: these challenges aren’t insurmountable.
Barriers to Achieving Successful Transformation
This might sound familiar: your organisation embarks on a bold new transformation initiative. The goals are ambitious, the strategy looks promising, and everyone starts with high hopes. But somewhere along the way, progress stalls. Communication breaks down, teams resist change, and the enthusiasm that once fuelled the project fades into frustration. Before long, the transformation effort fizzles out, leaving you right back where you started—or worse.
Crystallizing Clarity – MVPs, OKRs, and the Alchemy of Focus: Part 6 of An Alchemist’s Guide to Product Management
Welcome back, intrepid alchemists! We have navigated the trials of crafting a vision, wielding user insights, and managing the ever-growing product backlog. Now, let us explore the final phase – wielding the tools of clarity to ensure your product development journey remains focused and delivers real value. The MVP: A Focused Experiment Imagine your Minimum […]
The Art of the Mix – Data, Dude’s Law, and Prioritisation: Part 4 of An Alchemist’s Guide to Product Management
Welcome back, intrepid alchemists! We’ve delved into the power of collaboration and user stories, bridging the gap between customer insights and actionable features. Now, let’s explore the crucial art of prioritising these features – the delicate balance between data-driven decisions and a healthy dose of user empathy, all seasoned with a dash of “Dude’s Law.”