Catalyst Core™ is a strategic enablement framework that connects organisational systems (People, Policy, Platform, and Places) with change readiness levers (Adaptability, Accessibility, and Scalability).
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It integrates the strategic direction (Vision, Voice, Values, Velocity) with the practical conditions under which change must land. This makes it a uniquely human-aware and system-savvy model for transformation. Designed to diagnose, align, and activate - it ensures that change isn’t just launched, but lived.
“You don’t need to do everything. You need to do the right things, first.”
Full diagnostic and strategic mapping system
Create alignment between what’s being implemented and what’s being experienced.
Strategic Drivers
Guide the direction
ensure the initiative is anchored in intent, not just activity.
Core Systems
Define the terrain
what needs to adapt or align for the initiative to land effectively.
Enablement Levers
Assess the conditions
how accessible, resilient and scalable the environment is
STRATEGIC ENABLEMENT FRAMEWORK
Catalyst Core™ connects organisational systems (People, Policy, Platform, and Places) with change readiness levers (Adaptability, Accessibility, and Scalability).
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It integrates the strategic direction (Vision, Voice, Values, Velocity) with the practical conditions under which change must land. This makes it a uniquely human-aware and system-savvy model for transformation. Designed to diagnose, align, and activate - it ensures that change isn’t just launched, but lived.
“Exploring the Core Systems allows us to stress-test the terrain before we run the race. Each dimension gives us a lens to identify resistance, readiness, and room for momentum — so we’re not pushing change initiative uphill blind.”
THE CATALYST
Start with the Catalyst → Why now? What’s triggering this? Growth goals, operational misalignment, tech implementation, regulation, cultural inflection, etc.
This is where the process begins. The Catalyst dimension frames the organisational context - pinpointing the drivers for change, the conditions at play, and the level of readiness.
ACTIVATION
Clarify the Intended Activation → What outcome are we aiming to activate? New ways of working, adoption of system/process, culture shift, improved decision-making, role clarity, etc.
This translates strategic intent into shared meaning. This dimension focuses on how change is introduced, communicated, and reinforced. Is it through leadership, language, or cultural signals.
CORE SYSTEMS
Diagnose Core Systems (4Ps) → What operational dimensions must support that activation? People, Policy, Platform, Places - now unpacked with sub-pillars.
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This is the structural layer of the model, used to identify where friction or misalignment exists across people, policy, platforms, and places. It provides a diagnostic view of what’s enabling or hindering behaviour.
CORE LEVERS
Apply Levers → Are we flexible enough? Can we scale this? Is it accessible?
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Identify the systems, processes, and policies that influence behaviour and outcomes. We uncover which operational levers are driving friction or opportunity and how to shift them to enable aligned action across business units.
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Flexibility | Adaptability | Accessibility | Scalability
STRATEGIC ANCHORS
Align to Strategic Anchors → Are the purpose and pace of the initiative clear and congruent?
Ground your transformation efforts in what truly matters. By surfacing and articulating the strategic intent (your north stars), that inform decision-making and cultural alignment.
Culture Core™ → Vision | Voice | Values | Velocity
These anchors speak to purpose, principles, and performance expectations, ensuring initiatives are not only well-directed but consistently reinforced throughout the organisation.
MEASURE
Close the Loop with Feedback + Measurement → Are we tracking what matters? Are we listening at the edges?
Catalyst Core™ creates a map, but measurement gives it momentum. We help organisations define success criteria, track progress, and translate insights into responsive action utilising the reporting tools that already exist in your environment. From adoption dashboards to behavioural indicators, measurement ensures your change isn’t just implemented - it’s working, evolving, and delivering value.