Negotiation Skills Snippet 04 – Objective Criteria in Fair Negotiations – Getting past the knots
Mastering Negotiation Skills series Snippet 04 – Objective Criteria in Fair Negotiations – Getting past the knots How do you ensure a negotiation is fair? In Getting to Yes, Fisher and Ury recommend using objective criteria—standards that both parties agree are legitimate. Examples of objective criteria: Market value Industry standards Legal precedents By grounding the negotiation in […]
Lean Putting It All Together for Operational Excellence
Lean : Putting It All Together for Operational Excellence We have explored the principles of Lean methodology—covering its principles, culture of continuous improvement, value stream mapping, waste elimination, and sustainability. Now, it’s time to tie it all together and show how Lean transforms processes and operations. RECAP – Lean Principles Before diving into case studies, let’s revisit the five […]
Flood Risk Map Using Weighted Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA)
Flood Risk Map Using Weighted Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA) Flooding is one of the most devastating natural disasters, affecting millions of people worldwide. To mitigate its impact, accurate flood risk assessment is crucial. One effective method for generating a flood risk map is Weighted Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA) combined with fuzzy logic to handle uncertainty in spatial data. Flood inundation maps […]
Population Intelligence as Competitive Advantage
Mapping Nigeria’s Population Density: Leveraging Meta’s High-Resolution Data for Socio-Economic Insights Introduction Population data is the backbone of infrastructure planning, disaster response, business expansion, and socio-economic development. With Meta’s high-density population datasets, we can now analyze population distribution at an unprecedented resolution—down to ward, LGA, and state levels in Nigeria. But why does this matter? When combined with Terrain, Elevation, […]
Negotiation Skills Snippet 03 – The BATNA Principle – Your Secret Weapon in Negotiation
Mastering Negotiation Skills series Snippet 03 – The BATNA Principle – Your Secret Weapon in Negotiation What’s your backup plan if the negotiation fails? In Getting to Yes, Fisher and Ury emphasize the importance of having a BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement). Why BATNA matters: It gives you confidence and leverage. It helps you avoid […]
A Foray into Building footprint as a Sustainable Revenue Source for Local Governments in Nigeria
A Foray into Building footprint as a Sustainable Revenue Source for Local Governments in Nigeria Estimating taxation for an area using building footprints is a common approach in urban planning and revenue generation. Building footprints can provide valuable information such as the size, type, and location of structures, which can be used to estimate property […]
Exploring Lean Culture Series – 01 Culture of Improvement
Exploring Lean Culture Through Key Principles – 01 Culture of Improvement To lay the foundation for a successful exploration of Lean Culture based in key principles, we would expore such topics as : What is Culture?, The Role of Leadership in Building a Lean Culture, How Kata Can Help You Build a Lean Culture, The […]
Negotiation Skills Snippet 02 – The Importance of Preparation in Negotiation
Mastering Negotiation Skills series Snippet 02 – The Importance of Preparation in Negotiation Preparation is the backbone of successful negotiation. In Getting to Yes, Fisher and Ury emphasize that understanding your interests, the other party’s needs, and potential solutions beforehand can make or break a deal. Key preparation steps: Clarify Your Goals: What do you really […]
Negotiation Skills Snippet 01 – The Role of Leadership in High-Stakes Negotiations
Mastering Negotiation Skills series Snippet 01 – The Role of Leadership in High-Stakes Negotiations Leadership and negotiation go hand in hand. In high-stakes negotiations, leaders must inspire trust, communicate clearly, and make tough decisions. Key leadership traits for negotiation: Vision: Articulate a clear goal for the negotiation. Decisiveness: Make timely decisions without hesitation. Integrity: Build […]
The Core Principles of Lean – A Guide to Maximizing Efficiency
The Core Principles of Lean – A Guide to Maximizing Efficiency Introduction Lean is a systematic approach to maximizing value while minimizing waste in any process. It originated from the Toyota Production System (TPS). Lean principles help businesses improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. The methodology is a proven approach to delivering greater […]