Why KPIs Fail: Common Pitfalls & How to Fix Them | vCare Project Management

Why KPIs Fail: Common Pitfalls & How to Fix Them | vCare Project Management

❓ What does it mean when key performance indicators (KPIs) don’t provide the expected information? Share your thoughts in the comments! 👇
KPIs are designed to measure success – but what if they mislead rather than inform?
In Episode 5 of Managing High-Stress Projects Q&A, I had a thought-provoking discussion with Tom Witterholt on why KPIs often fail and how leaders can avoid common measurement mistakes.

💡 Key Takeaways from Our Discussion:
✔ KPIs are rarely perfect on the first attempt – continuous refinement is critical
✔ Unexpected results? They might highlight real performance issues or flawed metrics
✔ Qualitative vs. Quantitative Data – choosing the right measurement approach is key
✔ Hidden factors matter – some root causes go beyond surface-level indicators
✔ Bad KPIs exist – some metrics may be impractical, misleading, or unmeasurable

🎙️ Featuring: Tom Witterholt – A global leader in defense, aerospace & high-stakes industries, with 34+ years of expertise in program & portfolio management.

 

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🔹 Episode 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoCsxJlpX40
🔹 Episode 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qu6it2iI-oY
🔹 Episode 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8byK66ZNb6w

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💬 Have you ever worked with a KPI that didn’t tell the full story? Drop your insights in the comments! 👇

 

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Bridging the Gap Between Strategy and Delivery | Thomas Walenta & Dharam Singh Discuss the Future

Bridging the Gap Between Strategy and Delivery | Thomas Walenta & Dharam Singh Discuss the Future

Bridging the Gap Between Strategy and Delivery | Thomas Walenta | Dharam | Episode 73

 

📝 Discussion Topics:

Bridging the Gap Between Strategy and Delivery

What are the most common challenges in aligning strategy with execution, and how can organizations overcome them?

Discuss the importance of visionary leadership in strategy execution and how leaders can effectively communicate and unite their teams around strategic goals?

How will emerging technologies such as AI and blockchain impact strategy execution in the next five years? Can you provide specific examples of these technologies in action?

What is your strategy to utilize these new technologies in your business to create more value for your customers?

How important is organizational culture in determining the success of strategy execution, and what steps can leaders take to foster a culture that supports strategic goals?

Share a strategic initiative from your past that didn’t go as planned and the lessons learned from that experience.

What are the key skills and competencies must tomorrow’s leaders develop to excel in strategy execution, considering the fast-paced changes in global markets and technologies?

How can organizations use advanced analytics and data insights to improve their strategic execution? Are there specific sectors or projects where this is particularly critical?

 

🎥 Watch now: https://youtu.be/ttQuV57dL4c

 

 

 

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