Transforming IT for a Fortune 500 Leader​

What We Do Best Change Management Transforming IT for a Fortune 500 Leader In an era where IT is the backbone of innovation, our client—a celebrated Fortune 500 entity—recognized the urgent need to revolutionize its IT function. Traditionally viewed as a support role rather than a strategic powerhouse, the company’s IT department was pivotal yet underleveraged, often acting on direct orders instead of driving the business forward with visionary tech initiatives. The Challenge The core challenge lay in transitioning the IT department from an operational support role to a strategic entity aligned with overarching business goals. This shift was crucial as the complexity within their industry escalated, demanding a more sophisticated, future-ready approach to technology investment and utilization. Our Solution Embarking on a journey of transformative change, we closely collaborated with the company’s leadership, utilizing our blueprint as the driving force for innovation and efficiency. Our comprehensive strategy included Strategic Planning and Execution Crafting a change roadmap that included redefining the organizational structure, prioritizing strategic investments, and establishing agile operational practices. InnovativeAssessments Employing AI/ML tools for a non-intrusive assessment of team mindsets, facilitating the alignment of skills and attitudes with the transformation’s goals. Leadership and Organization Design Assisting in the selection and integration of a transformational leadership team, coupled with a thorough assessment of the organization to ensure alignment with the new strategic direction. ChangeManagement Implementing change management and communication strategies to transition teams into more agile and strategic functions, supporting the smooth onboarding of new leadership. AgileTransformation Partnering with a specialist in Agile methodologies to standardize practices across teams, enhancing flexibility, efficiency, and focus on strategic initiatives over reactive tasks. Digital and Cultural Realignment Revamping the internal intranet to reflect the department’s strategic vision and foster a more collaborative relationship with the rest of the company. CareerDevelopment Introducing new titles and career pathways that align with the company’s strategic objectives, ensuring that evaluations and goals are closely linked to these new standards. ExperienceEnhancement Augmenting the client’s capabilities with specialized project management, UX design, process redesign, and robotic process automation (RPA) expertise to elevate the employee experience. The Outcome In embracing our holistic approach, the IT function has been transformed into a vital strategic partner within the company, showcasing its pivotal role in steering business success. By strategically investing in innovation and nurturing a culture of agility, we have empowered our client to not only stay ahead of industry trends but to also pioneer new developments in their ever-changing field.

Accelerating Diversity in Tech Leadership through a Strategic Internship Program​

What We Do Best Change Management Accelerating Diversity in Tech Leadership through a Strategic Internship Program Industry Technology Size Fortune 500 Company Challenge Improving retention and promotion of Black and Brown tech talent The Challenge Our client, a leading Fortune 500 technology company, faced a significant challenge in retaining and promoting diverse talent, specifically, black and brown employees were leaving the company at higher rates than their white peers. There was a lack of diverse representation in leadership roles and a strong need to establish the company as a top destination for black and brown talent. Our Approach We executed a multifaceted strategy to address these challenges: Targeted Internship Program: Designed a new program focusing on recruiting and developing talent from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Holistic Program Management: Addressed complex elements including potential revenue growth in HBCUs as an untapped source of high potential talent Change Management: Implemented strategies to overcome internal resistance and coordinate effectively across the large organization Risk Mitigation: Developed plans to manage reputational risk associated with the new program launch The Implementation Process Phase 1: Program Design and Foundation Building Established relationships across the organization Designed intern recruitment process Developed framework for intern experience Phase 2: Research and Development Conducted research on support needed for HBCU student interns Created leadership track development plan Established connection between student support and company revenue Phase 3: Pilot Program Launch Facilitated intern recruitment and onboarding Implemented support systems for interns Monitored and evaluated program effectiveness Phase 4: Process Standardization Identified processes and standardization Aligned program processes with company standards Implemented cost and labor mitigation strategies Results Our execution of strategy yielded significant improvements Client Testimonial “We have been working with Culminate Strategy Group since 2021. They have been instrumental in the successful launch of our program supporting Black and Brown tech talent. Their team swiftly produced comprehensive marketing materials and compelling presentations, ensuring a seamless introduction. Their efficiency and dedication were evident in every aspect of their support, making the entire process remarkably smooth and effective. Culminate Strategy Group continues to exceed expectations on every piece of the program.” Client DEI Talent Manager Key Takeaways Holistic Approach Addressing diversity requires a multifaceted strategy Dual Impact Diversity initiatives can drive both social impact and business growth Change Management is Crucial Overcoming internal resistance is key to program success Data-Driven Decisions Continuous research and evaluation are essential for program refinement Long-term Vision Establishing processes for sustainability ensures program longevity Conclusion By implementing this strategic internship program with a focus on HBCUs, we helped our client take a significant step towards becoming a destination for strong Black and Brown tech talent. This case study demonstrates the power of combining targeted recruitment, comprehensive support, and effective change management in driving organizational diversity and inclusion.