14 January 2026
What can we learn from Bluetooth technology and USB-C as universal standards?
In strategy, we need to unify systems and structures. From the essence of science and technology, we learn that effective ecosystems require a single governance body or coordinating entity to unify and regulate efforts, standards, practices, and processes.
Similarly, in strategy, when multiple offices operate independently, communication and lines of command are easily lost.
I have seen many organizations establish several PMOs or Strategy Office. I am not a strong advocate of this approach, as excessive fragmentation weakens strategic implementation and reduces execution discipline.
Senior executives want to have a single line of sight to oversee the progress of strategic initiatives, how well they are being delivered, and which issues require immediate intervention.
Having a single clear point of contact is essential to strategy. The culture behind creating multiple PMOs is often driven by a sense of gaining power and control, which does not support effective execution. Instead, it leads to excessive internal communication and administrative burden.
I always advise my clients to focus on maximizing and prioritizing delivery, even if that means reducing unnecessary administrative overheads.
As Jon Stewart once said, “The enemy is noise. The goal is clarity.”
In conclusion, we must remember:
Strategy hates noise.
