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Developing a good strategy is key to running an effective organisation. Find out about the strategy development process and how to do it well.

Strategy development can involve:

  • setting direction
  • analysing what the organisation needs to do in order to deliver and achieve
  • developing and implementing the plan. 

The focus of strategy in the voluntary and community sector is usually on meeting beneficiary need and maximising impact.  Working on your strategy will lead to improved performance and will contribute to enhanced sustainability.

The stages of strategy development

This section takes you through the stages of developing a strategy for your organisation. We look at each stage and introduce you some tools to help. If you are new to strategy, explore definitions and views to get an understanding of different approaches. Take a look at these inspiring approaches to whet your appetite:

Top tips in turbulent times!

We're collecting a range of tips from sector experts to inspire and encourage you. These include Cass Business School's Professor Paul Palmer's top tips on finance strategy

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Join a discussion or start your own on the strategy forum. Here are links to some of the current topics:

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