Alexis Savkín
Alexis is a Senior Strategy Consultant and CEO at BSC Designer, with over 20 years of experience in strategic planning. With a background in applied mathematics and information technology, he brings a strong analytical and systems-oriented perspective to strategy and performance management. Alexis developed the "5 Step Strategy Implementation System" that helps companies with the practical implementation of their strategies. He is a regular speaker at industry conferences and has written more than 100 articles on strategy and performance management, as well as the book "10 Step KPI System". His work is frequently cited in academic research.Strategic planning continues to evolve, with new frameworks emerging every year. But one profound aspiration of C-level stakeholders remains: to create future-proof, resilient strategies that will ensure not only the survival of their companies today, but also continuous success in the future. This desire is nothing new—we can find historical precedents in the Han Dynasty, … Read more
The bowtie diagram is a valuable risk management tool that can enhance the toolkit of any strategy professional. A bowtie diagram visualizes the cause-and-effect logic associated with a specific event. In risk management, this typically refers to a risk event, but the concept can be generalized and applied to any event where understanding its causes … Read more
Learn how the Playing to Win Framework helps capture key choices and formulate a cohesive strategy. The essence of strategy lies in making choices and trade-offs 1. In this sense, the Playing to Win Framework (PTW) by Roger L. Martin perfectly captures this idea through its cascade of choices: What is our winning aspiration? (a high-level, … Read more
This case study reviews a strategy to replace a human-intensive quality validation process at a medical analysis lab with AI-powered validation. We track specific implementation steps and show how the AI implementation was handled at the strategic level—through the introduction of necessary controls and alignment with stakeholder needs. Company Profile This case study examines a … Read more
As a vendor of a strategic planning platform, we often receive requests from companies to anonymously compare their performance with industry peers. Let’s discuss whether such benchmarking makes business sense—and what better alternatives might exist. The Rationale of Competitive Benchmarking The typical rationale behind competitive benchmarking is to better understand the broader operational landscape of … Read more
Goal tracking is well-known in project management. In the complex domain of strategic planning, goals require more advanced performance measurement, data consistency, and contextual depth. Recent trend analysis in strategic planning shows that more organizations are facing increasing complexity and volatility in their operating environments. In this article, we’ll look at how goal tracking works … Read more
The BSC Designer platform is widely used in academic settings to teach strategic planning and related disciplines in strategic management courses and MBA programs. In this case study, we’ll explore common academic applications, including options available under the free and academic subscriptions. We’ll also provide an example of a strategic planning course structure. Testing the … Read more
Learn how strategy consultants can use BSC Designer to plan and manage client strategies, addressing challenges in teamwork, standardization, and cascading. Usage Scenarios for Strategy Consultants The BSC Designer platform is widely used by consultants to support client’s strategy implementation. Specific use cases vary based on the consultant’s approach and the client’s needs: Traditional strategy … Read more
Learn how implementing a structured strategy helps Ventura Capital (VC) firms optimize investment decisions, support portfolio growth, and improve stakeholder returns. Overall Strategy Architecture Similar to strategy implementation in any company, a VC firm has a strategic core that includes a mission/vision statement as well as stakeholder analysis. The structure and content of the strategic … Read more
The strategy of an insurance company is no longer defined by a single scorecard and a set of KPIs. Today’s trends demand a cross-functional approach, a deeper understanding of driving forces, risk and scenario planning, and seamless alignment between supporting functions and core strategies. Global Trends and Their Effects on the Insurance Industry Let’s explore … Read more