Invoice dematerialization (facturation électronique in France) is no longer optional. Starting September 1, 2026, all French companies must be able to issue and receive electronic invoices through registered private platforms (PDP). What many have yet to anticipate: these...
IN SHORT: WHAT YOU WILL LEARN 1The three families of freelance consultant providers and how much time each one saves or costs you. 2The difference between an AMOA consultant (project management assistance, from the French “assistance à maîtrise d'ouvrage”: business-side project...
IN BRIEF: WHAT YOU WILL LEARN 1There is no reliable ranking of networks: what makes a program succeed is the right profile at the right time, not the name of the network. 2Five phases (scoping, design, build, acceptance testing, deployment) with, for each one, the end-of-phase...
Updated: October 2026. IN SHORT: WHAT YOU WILL LEARN 1There is no reliable ranking by name: carve-out support is chosen based on who executes, how fast they can be mobilized and what the contract guarantees. 2A carve-out is played out over four milestones: Deal, Day 1 Readiness,...
A European fleet management SaaS provider acquires a competing business from a major French operator. Two teams that have never met. Heterogeneous information systems. A transition agreement to honor. Data that stays off-limits until the official signing. And a timeline that...
① 70% of transformations fail not because of the strategy, but because the human factor is overlooked— change management remains the primary variable in project budget adjustments. ② AXA has built a decentralized network of change ambassadors across 9 divisions and 12 countries,...
① Organizations constantly swing between centralization and decentralization—not as a strategic choice, but in response to changes in leadership. This pendulum swing is not a problem; it is a constant. ② Centralization and decentralization are not mutually exclusive: they are a...
In a world where organizations must learn to transform themselves almost continuously, one question looms large: Why do our transformations still fail so often—and what difference can effective governance really make? This is not a theoretical question. It is the one asked every...
This article brings together the testimonials of two freelance consultants from the FocusTribes community, Sophie and Erling, who specialize in international project management and business transformation. Together, they worked on a head office relocation project involving...
Sales management goes beyond simple sales techniques: it optimizes your company's performance by mobilizing teams and orchestrating effective strategies. This essential role includes defining clear objectives, supporting individual skills, effective team management and proactive...
Interim management is an effective solution for companies facing periods of change or crisis. In this article, find out how an interim manager can provide expertise to ensure continuity of operations, steer strategic projects, manage teams and bring a fresh perspective. Whether...
Conflict is a fact of life in any team. However, if well managed, it can be a lever for change and improvement. This article guides you through the essential steps and strategies for transforming conflict into an opportunity for collaboration in team management. What is conflict...
Team management is the art of leading, motivating and coordinating a group to achieve common goals. In a constantly changing environment, mastering this skill is essential to guarantee collective success. What is team management? What is it for? Team management refers to the set...
70% of an employee's level of commitment depends on the way they interact with their manager, whatever the country's culture*, so the manager has a crucial role to play in managing his or her team, even more so if the team is multicultural. Managing an efficient and effective...
In companies, teams are often led by specialist managers, optimising performance and cohesion. When a large-scale project arises, a functional manager, who may be internal or external, steps in to manage it. He or she coordinates the teams, who remain under the supervision of...
There are 3.82 million companies in France*, each of which has chosen one of 4 types of management: directive, persuasive, participative and delegative. Management is the beating heart of every company. Planning, organising, directing and controlling resources to achieve your...
Definition and principles Participative management is a style of leadership in which decisions and processes are shared between managers and employees. It encourages collaboration and active participation in decision-making, problem-solving and strategy development. The aim is...
Management is the lifeblood of any business. Effectively managing your resources by planning, organising, directing and controlling is what separates a successful business from one that is struggling to make headway. In a constantly changing environment, effective management is...
There are different types of management within companies and within teams. From the most directive to the most participative, each has its advantages and disadvantages. You can also find out more about our expertise in management consulting. Definition and principles Directive...
A big thank you to everyone who took part in our Webinar on 26 September! We hope you enjoyed it as much as we enjoyed hosting it. You’re maybe already familiar with the ‘official’ theories and tools of project management, but from our experience the success of a project equally...
Management is a crucial function in any organisation. It involves planning, organising, directing and controlling resources to achieve objectives. Effective management makes it possible to optimise resources, motivate employees, adapt to change, improve communication, develop...
