Ground

Root in Reality

Stabilize and Capitalize

The Ground stage ensures that the transformation is built on a solid foundation. Instead of "ripping and replacing," we root the new capabilities in the existing strengths, infrastructure, and processes of the enterprise.

Leverage Strengths

Identify what is already working well. Capitalize on existing high-performing teams, reliable systems, and efficient processes within the O-DXA domains.

Infrastructure Anchoring

Root new digital capabilities in current physical and digital reality. Ensure that transformation doesn't drift into abstract theory but remains technically feasible.

Avoid "Rip and Replace"

Favor evolutionary change over destructive replacement. By grounding transformation in the present, we reduce risk and maintain mission continuity.

Key Activities

Previous: Reconcile Next: Enhance

Next Steps on Your Transformation Journey

Use the Six Pillars as a common language between business leaders, architects, and operators. From here you can dive into pillar pages, listen to interviews, or explore ODXA in depth.

The Six Pillars

Explore the foundational technical capabilities that enable digital transformation, from AI to advanced communications.

Execution Pillars Overview

The ODXA Domains

Navigate the structural layers of the enterprise to align strategy, people, processes, and technology.

Map Domain Structure

Transformation Dimensions

Understand how to balance the critical dimensions of People, Process, Policy, and Technology in every initiative.

Understand Dimensions

FORGE Methodology

Apply our active methodology to Find, Observe, Reconcile, Ground, and Enhance your transformation efforts.

Apply the Practice

Continue Your Journey

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