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Data Savyy Organization
“Working with tostep transformed our ways of working. Through this, we gained clarity and structure.
For me, the most valuable part was being able to delegate entire work packages- knowing they were taken care of while ensuring I was included when my input and approval was needed.”
— Product Line & Capability Circle Lead for Information Compliance & Best Practices in Pharma Research
How tostep supported
Over two years and eight strategy cycles, tostep partnered with the organisation to create clarity and focus, build and sustain momentum, and embed a data-driven mindset.
Duration: 8 cycles, 2 years
Background:
With data as the asset of the 21st century, our client—a leading global life sciences company—needed to ensure that its research organisation was truly data-savvy. However, fragmented efforts, unclear priorities, and a lack of alignment across teams were slowing progress.
The challenge: How do we turn data from an abstract concept into a core competency embedded in daily research practices?
Merger & Aquisition
“Thank you again for your sterling work in shepherding this overall transfer process, and thank you to all those who have been making it happen (and continue to do so).”
— Global Asset and Alliance Management Executive Director
How tostep supported
With tostep’s structured approach, the company successfully integrated the acquired data assets while maintaining continuity in ongoing strategic projects. Employees adapted to the new systems efficiently, and the organisation retained full ownership and usability of its newly acquired data.
Duration: 4 cycles, 1 year
The challenge:
A global pharmaceutical company faced a critical challenge following a recent acquisition (around 2 billion in value): integrating the acquired company’s data assets while ensuring teams could continue their urgent day-to-day operations without disruption.
More than 60 employees needed to be onboarded, expectations had to be managed, and ongoing strategic projects couldn’t afford delays—all while migrating critical data and systems.
New Generation of Leaders
“tostep played a key role in shaping our next generation of leaders. Their mentoring and hands-on guidance helped our management team grow into their new roles with confidence, ensuring a smooth transition and a strong foundation for the future”
— CEO, Global IT Development Company
How tostep supported
With tostep’s guidance, the company successfully built a new generation of leaders who could take on strategic responsibilities with confidence. The new management layer became an essential driver of growth, ensuring the company’s stability and future success.
Duration: 12 cycles, 3 years
The challenge:
A global IT development company faced a crucial leadership transition: changes at the CEO level and the need to establish a new layer of management and mid-management to secure the company’s long-term success.
The founders and current CEOs needed to distribute their responsibilities while ensuring that newly appointed leaders had the skills, confidence, and strategic mindset to take on these roles effectively.
