27th May 2025
Flying a plane with no radar, why risk must sit at the strategy table?

Imagine boarding a plane, the captain greets you warmly, the seats are plush, and the cabin crew offers champagne. But as you take off, you overhear the pilots say they have turned off the radar to “focus on speed and comfort.”

That’s what most executive teams are doing: flying blind. In one of my consulting assignments with a small financial institution, the CEO told me proudly: “Our strategy is to grow SME lending aggressively.” I asked, “What’s your risk appetite for NPLs in that sector?” He paused, looked at his CFO, and there was no answer. Read more >>

"Strategy is not a moment, it’s a movement. And movements live in culture, not PowerPoint.” 

Strategy is a culture, not a slide deck in meetings

I once entered a boardroom where the walls were dripping with ambition, literally with Vision statements, five-year goals, and framed strategy maps. Even the tea trays had the company logo and mission printed on them. But the culture?

That’s when it occurred to me, and subconsciously, I said: “Your problem isn’t lack of strategy. It’s too much strategy and no soul.”

Strategy is not the glossy PowerPoint you present once a quarter. It’s the invisible force behind your people's actions when no one is watching. Read more >>

Mastering Fraud Detection: How Data Analytics can protect your organization

In today’s fast-paced digital world, fraud has evolved into a sophisticated threat that no organization can afford to ignore. From procurement scams and payroll fraud to cyber-enabled financial crimes, the landscape is constantly shifting. Traditional detection methods simply aren’t enough anymore.

That’s why professionals across industries are turning to data analytics, a powerful toolset that reveals hidden patterns, uncovers anomalies, and strengthens internal controls. If you’re serious about protecting your organization or advancing your career, mastering fraud detection using data analytics is no longer optional; it’s essential. Read more >>

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