directionstrategic
Directionstrategic is a framework used in management to align an organization's directional purpose with its strategic plan. It treats direction as the guiding north star—comprising mission, vision, and values—and connects it to strategy execution, resource allocation, and performance management. The goal is to ensure that long-term aims inform day-to-day decisions and that initiatives consistently advance the organization's stated direction.
Key concepts include directional articulation (clear mission, aspirational but realistic vision, and guiding values); strategic alignment
Implementation typically involves discovery (environment scan, stakeholder input), alignment (cascading goals and portfolios), execution (projects and
Applications span corporate, public sector, and nonprofit contexts, especially in large or multi-unit organizations where coherence
See also: strategic planning, governance, scenario planning, OKRs, balanced scorecard.