254: When Is Transformation Not Transformation

4 Sep 2023 | Oliver Only Solo Shows, Podcast

254: When Is Transformation Not Transformation - The Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks

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4 September 2023

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Oliver Banks

In today’s dynamic retail environment, the term “transformation” is brandished as the cure-all for a myriad of challenges. It’s a buzzword that is easily thrown around but may mis-set expectations. But what does genuine transformation look like? Dive deep with Oliver Banks in this podcast episode to unpack the misconceptions surrounding retail “transformation” as well as “digital transformation” and discover the signs of genuine, impactful change. Listen now to debunk myths, understand authentic transformation, and recalibrate your perspective.

Listen to this podcast episode to discover:

  • Instances and examples where transformation is incorrectly used and the dangers of this.
  • Common myths about transformation and the genuine reality that exists.
  • Strategies to ensure impactful, long-lasting transformation in the retail landscape.

 

 

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Oliver and OB&Co help retailers accelerate their transformation initiatives whilst successfully navigating disruption. Discover how together, you can drive your retail transformation forward.

Connect with and message Oliver Banks on LinkedIn or by email at oliver.banks@obandco.uk.

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Additional podcast episodes to listen to next

If you want to make sure you’re maximising your chances of successfully transforming, then check out episode 253: Boost Chances To Successfully Transform. In this episode, Oliver also announces his new Transformation Tune-Up service.

253: Boost Chances To Successfully Transform - The Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks

Disruption is a key type of transformation and offers the most fundamental changes. Listen into episode 229: To Disrupt Or Not To Disrupt and discover the strategies and risks to implementing a successful disruptive transformation.

229: To Disrupt Or Not To Disrupt- The Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks

For a successful transformation, it’s important to have the organisation in the right place to begin with. In episode 239: Laying The Foundations To Transform, retail transformation expert Brandon Rael joins to share how to get your company ready to accept change and transformation.

239: Laying The Foundations To Transform with Brandon Rael - The Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks

And finally, back in episode 71, Oliver shares the 10 Biggest Strategy Mistakes to avoid. Be sure that you’re not falling foul of these!

071: 10 Biggest Transformation Strategy Mistakes To Avoid - The Retail Transformation Show with Oliver Banks

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