Execute Things Faster

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Bitkom
Bosch
Deutsche Bahn AG
Grunenthal
Hensoldt
Volkswagen
MANN + HUMMEL
Muller
ProSiebenSat1
Renolit
Techem
Thyssenkrupp AG
Versatel
ZF
ALH Alte LeipzigerEndorsement
Bitkom
Bosch
Deutsche Bahn AG
Grunenthal
Hensoldt
Volkswagen
MANN + HUMMEL
Muller
ProSiebenSat1
Renolit
Techem
Thyssenkrupp AG
Versatel
ZF

Seven phenomenons of mediocre execution management

Use the ProgressMaker® framework to transform mediocre implementation strength into high-performance execution.

Activity
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Project Management

Do your teams have the unfortunate habit of launching initiatives with to-do lists? Turn activity fixation into strong progress orientation.

Turn activity fixation into progress orientation

Ever-moving Targets

Ever Moving Targets

Targets move from one week to the next?
Turn shifting goals into consistently overachieved targets.

Ever Moving Targets

Planning desire

Planning Desire

Do your teams prefer planning instead of doing?
Transform planning obsession into target-state passion

Planning Desire

Silo behavior

Silo Behavior

Individual units focus only on their own activities? Nobody is connected?
Break down silos to build collaborative networks.

Silo Behavior

Judgmental management

Judge Management

Do reporting meetings feel like judgmental management?
Replace judgmental meetings with a culture of mutual progress

Judge Management

Employee unproductivity

Employee Unproductivity

Teams are making no progress? There is no sense of productivity?
Boost employee productivity to create results with pride

Employee Unproductivity

Priority circus

Priority Circus

Neither clear targets nor clear priorities?
Shift chaotic priorities to clear and progress-focused alignment.

Priority Circus

ProgressMaker® – The AI-driven SaaS framework for high performance execution

ProgressMaker® drives the bold behavioral shift needed to transform how people think, feel and act.

ProgressMaker framework drives impactful results

Drive clear target-state thinking to achieve faster and focused execution – consistently along the strategy path

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Go beyond standard steering – The ProgressMaker® framework builds a culture of passion, trust and pride

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Empower teams for rapid and results-driven outcomes through disciplined and structured execution

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Mann Hummel

Who says
it‘s true?

“With ProgressMaker® we instill a sense of pride that energizes the entire organization to keep moving forward consistently along our strategy path.”

Emese Weissenbacher CFO, MANN+HUMMEL

Industry: Automotive supplier, Filtration | Region: Global

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Mann Hummel

Who says
it‘s true?

“Transparency and commitment are very important to us. ProgressMaker® promotes this in the prioritization and implementation of our transformation projects.”

Michael Kundel CEO, RENOLIT SE

Industry: Chemical industry | Region: Global

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Sebastian Jurczyk

Who says
it‘s true?

“Kolbusa is definitely one of the most knowledgeable consultants in the field of strategy and change. Thank you for the always valuable cooperation!”

Sebastian Jurczyk CEO, Stadtwerke Muenster

Industry: Energy infrastructure | Region: Germany

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Who says
it‘s true?

“The ProgressMaker® approach consistently obliges the entire team to focus more strongly on results and progress.”

Professor Carsten Intra Chairman of the Board, Volkswagen Nutzfahrzeuge

Industry: Automotive | Region: Germany

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Wolfgang Neubauer

Who says
it‘s true?

“We are now able to close the gap between our strategy and the OKRs and projects. The transparency and clear goal orientation allow for alignment across all levels.”

Wolfgang Neubauer CEO, ProSiebenSat.1 Tech Solutions

Industry: Entertainment | Region: Europe

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Udo Wilcsek

Who says
it‘s true?

“We were impressed by the implementation philosophy of ProgressMaker®. The focus on results and implementation performance are noticeably increasing.”

Udo Wilcsek, Board member, Alte Leipziger ALH Gruppe

Industry: Insurance | Region: Germany

Our customers experience high-performance execution management by ensuring sustainable empowerment

ProgressMaker SaaS

ProgressMaker® centralizes goals, tracks progress, and ensures every initiative drives measurable outcomes that contribute directly to your desired impact.

PM Methodology

Achieve measurable progress with a proven approach. ProgressMaker® transforms strategy into clear target states, aligning actions with meaningful outcomes.

Execution Enablement

Empower your teams to adopt ProgressMaker® seamlessly. With expert guidance, align strategy, tools, and methodology for lasting success.

Performance Culture

Inspire a mindset of progress and outcomes. Shift behaviors, align teams, and unlock the full potential of your organization.

And this is how we‘ll do it. Along the way, together.

Within six to nine months, you’ll ensure flawless execution and generate unstoppable momentum.

01 Define & Align

Collaboratively define clear target states and align your team around shared goals. Plot the roadmap that drives measurable outcomes from day one.

Define & Align

02 Execute & Monitor

Turn plans into action and monitor progress in real time. Identify opportunities, address challenges, and keep every initiative aligned with your strategy.

Execute & Monitor

03 Perform & Close

Deliver results, capture learnings and close initiatives with confidence. Empower your team to sustain success and embrace a culture of continuous progress.

Perform & Close
Define & Align
Execute & Monitor
Perform & Close

Made by people: Progress as a Service for the entire organization

Together with the Customer Impact Architects, ensure strategies don’t stay trapped in the boardroom but flow seamlessly through every level of the organization, driving lasting change. Make execution not only effective but engaging and inspiring for every employee.

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Simplify to amplify – with guidance from all sides

Reducing management complexity and effort, providing clear support and direction from all angles focusing on driving meaningful progress.

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Alexander Bose, Management Board, Head of Strategy

Faster outcomes, greater impact – at every stage of the initiatives

The ProgressMaker Customer Impact Architects ensure your strategies are implemented quickly with tangible results, guiding every team on every step along the strategic path.

Inspire engagement, ignite success – at every moment of the journey

From the start of your transformation to the finish line, ProgressMaker.io maximizes employee engagement, keeping your teams motivated and focused at every turn.

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