The quote above is by Jocko Willink, co-author of "Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win". He served as commander of SEAL Team Three's task unit "Bruiser" during the lethal battle of Ramadi in Iraq. In the paragraphs devoted to its explanation, the warrior leader describes how dedication to procedure actually gave them more freedom and creativity. When adaptation became suddenly crucial to mission success, his team was able to utilize established procedure as a reference point; rather than having to create an entire new procedure from scratch.
In a utilization from the book, SEALs under his command applied this principal to reduce the amount of time spent on a task by over 50%. In addition, it gave the team the freedom to make simple modifications to authorized procedures to adapt to an ever-changing environment.
Whether you're in business or on the battlefield, a 50% reduction in time spent on a mundane task is life-changing. Possibly even life-saving!
Every week, our Solutions Team is put in front of offices where the threat of siloed and irregular procedures is extraordinarily prevalent. Leadership has no idea how a certain employee does their job. What's scarier is that neither do their co-workers. Any time this handicap materializes in a meeting, emphasis is placed on the significance of STANDARDIZATION.
The deployment of a robust Electronic Document Management System is a powerful mixture of technology and procedure. Common workflows and office processes are mapped, standardized, streamlined, and automated. This means there is less emphasis placed on WHO is doing the work; and enables cross-training to take place within hours, rather than days.
Electronic Document Management Systems are a compelling leadership tool. It empowers leaders to focus on the bigger picture by freeing them from having to learn detailed minutia. It also breaks down silos by automating and standardizing procedures. But, perhaps the greatest benefits are the same as what SEAL Team Three task unit "Bruiser" experienced during their 6-month tour. Significant reduction in time spent on the task, and freedom to make simple adjustments when the landscape changes.
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