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3 strategies and tactics for Research Priorities

What is Research Priorities strategy?

Team success often hinges on the ability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics. It's a bit like playing chess, except that you have more than 1 player on each side.

Finding the right Research Priorities strategy can be daunting, especially when you're busy working on your day-to-day tasks. This is why we've curated a list of examples for your inspiration.

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You'll find below a list of Research Priorities tactics. We also included action items for each template to make it more practical and useful.

Strategies and tactics for executing a Research Strategy for an NHS Hospital

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Define Research Priorities

    • Conduct a comprehensive needs assessment to identify key research areas
    • Engage stakeholders, including clinicians and patients, for input on priority areas
    • Review existing research and literature to identify gaps in knowledge
    • Align research priorities with the hospital's strategic goals and objectives
    • Establish a research committee to oversee the prioritisation process
    • Develop criteria for evaluating and selecting research projects
    • Regularly review and update research priorities based on emerging needs
    • Communicate priorities to all hospital departments and staff
    • Seek collaboration opportunities with academic institutions for expertise alignment
    • Create an annual report summarising research priorities and progress

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Build Research Capacity

    • Secure funding sources for research initiatives within the hospital
    • Recruit skilled researchers and support staff to expand research teams
    • Provide training and development opportunities for staff in research methodologies
    • Create a dedicated research office to coordinate and support projects
    • Develop partnerships with universities and research institutions
    • Invest in necessary infrastructure, including technology and data systems
    • Foster a culture of research through hospital-wide communication and incentives
    • Create a mentorship programme to support early-career researchers
    • Encourage interdisciplinary collaborations among departments
    • Evaluate and update capacity-building efforts annually

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Enhance Research Dissemination

    • Develop a plan for disseminating research findings to relevant stakeholders
    • Utilise hospital newsletters and websites to share research outcomes
    • Organise internal seminars and presentations to highlight ongoing research
    • Encourage staff to present findings at national and international conferences
    • Facilitate the publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals
    • Create partnerships with media outlets to report significant findings
    • Establish a repository for accessible research publications within the hospital
    • Solicit feedback from clinicians and patients to refine research communication
    • Conduct impact assessments to measure the effectiveness of dissemination efforts
    • Update dissemination strategies based on feedback and technological advancements
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Strategies and tactics for making a Multiyear Commitment to Consistent Research Themes

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Align research themes with firm priorities

    • Conduct a workshop with key stakeholders to identify firm priorities and align them with the research themes
    • Develop a mapping document linking each research theme with specific firm objectives
    • Establish a steering committee to oversee alignment and review progress quarterly
    • Create an internal communication plan to highlight the alignment of research themes and firm priorities
    • Incorporate alignment objectives into individual performance goals for team members
    • Schedule regular meetings with senior leadership to review research progress and alignment
    • Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) related to alignment and track them consistently
    • Develop a reward system to acknowledge contributions to strategic alignment
    • Regularly survey leadership for feedback on the effectiveness of alignment initiatives
    • Update and adjust alignment strategies based on feedback and changing firm priorities

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Expand expertise in the three research themes

    • Develop a comprehensive training programme focusing on Canada prosperity, reconciliation, and tech & innovation
    • Identify and collaborate with external experts to conduct workshops and mentoring sessions
    • Encourage team members to attend related conferences, seminars, and webinars
    • Subscribe to leading journals and publications relevant to the research themes
    • Create cross-functional teams to foster diverse perspectives and expertise sharing
    • Host monthly knowledge-sharing sessions within the organisation
    • Develop partnerships with academic institutions for research and expertise development
    • Encourage team participation in online courses and certifications related to the themes
    • Create a repository of research papers and resources for continuous learning
    • Regularly evaluate the team's expertise through assessments and feedback tools

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Unlock thought partnership and relationship opportunities

    • Identify and target key industry influencers and organisations for partnerships
    • Develop a clear value proposition for potential thought partners
    • Attend and participate in industry networking events and panels
    • Leverage social media platforms to engage with thought leaders in these themes
    • Create co-branded research initiatives with potential partners
    • Establish an advisory board comprising experts in the research themes
    • Produce and distribute thought leadership content through various channels
    • Host roundtable discussions on research progress and partnership opportunities
    • Seek collaborative opportunities in grant applications and funding proposals
    • Regularly review and refine partnership strategies based on collaboration outcomes
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Strategies and tactics for expanding Sterling Tour and Travel Agency into the Kenyan Market

  • ⛳️ Strategy 1: Forge strategic partnerships

    • Identify and partner with a medium-sized Kenyan tour and travel agency
    • Leverage the local partner’s market knowledge and customer base
    • Align services to meet local cultural and tourist preferences
    • Ensure clear communication channels with partners
    • Negotiate mutually beneficial terms in partnership agreements
    • Engage local travel influencers to promote joint offerings
    • Create co-branded marketing materials with local partners
    • Host joint events and travel expos to increase brand visibility
    • Develop shared objectives and performance metrics
    • Regularly review and refine partnership strategies

  • ⛳️ Strategy 2: Adapt services to local market conditions

    • Research and understand customer preferences in Kenya
    • Develop Kenya-specific travel packages including popular destinations
    • Implement a pricing strategy that reflects local purchasing power
    • Offer flexible payment options tailored to Kenyan market needs
    • Launch culturally immersive experiences like safaris and heritage tours
    • Translate marketing materials into Swahili and other local languages
    • Align services with environmental and cultural preservation initiatives
    • Conduct training sessions for employees on local customs and practices
    • Incorporate feedback from local customers into service offerings
    • Regularly update offerings based on seasonal tourist trends

  • ⛳️ Strategy 3: Enhance marketing and brand awareness

    • Launch social media campaigns targeting Kenyan travellers
    • Partner with local influencers to widen digital reach
    • Participate in local and international travel expos
    • Utilise radio and print media to reach different demographics
    • Highlight local partnerships in marketing communications
    • Develop emotional and engaging storytelling content
    • Create promotional videos showcasing Kenyan attractions
    • Establish a customer referral programme
    • Leverage customer testimonials in marketing materials
    • Conduct surveys to measure brand awareness and adapt strategies
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How to track your Research Priorities strategies and tactics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Having a good strategy is only half the effort. You'll increase significantly your chances of success if you commit to a weekly check-in process.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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