Strategirom

Strategirom is a term used primarily in Norwegian contexts to describe a dedicated space and process for formulating, deciding, and coordinating strategy within an organization. The concept encompasses both the physical room equipped for collaborative work and the structured sequence of activities that guide strategic thinking. A strategirom is designed to bring together executives, strategy staff, subject-matter experts, and governance bodies to create long-term plans, allocate resources, and monitor execution.

Typical features include a central planning table, whiteboards or glass surfaces, large screens or dashboards with key metrics, data visualizations, and access to strategic models and scenario analyses. The setup aims to support structured discussions, decision-making, and transparent documentation. The cadence varies by organization but often includes annual or multi-year strategy development sessions, quarterly reviews, and ad hoc strategy workshops.

Common activities in a strategirom include data collection and trend analysis, SWOT/PESTLE reviews, scenario planning, option evaluation, and the creation of action roadmaps, budgets, and OKRs. Outputs are typically decisions, approved strategic priorities, and implementation plans. A dedicated facilitator or strategy manager often guides sessions to ensure inclusivity and progress, with decisions logged and followed up in governance processes.

Benefits include improved alignment across departments, faster decision cycles, and clearer accountability. Challenges include information overload, risk of groupthink, and ensuring follow-through. To be effective, a strategirom should be accessible to relevant stakeholders, have clear rules for decision rights, and be integrated with broader performance management and risk oversight.