The Strategy Implementation Challenges at a South African Air Navigation Services Provider

Abstract

This research delves into the intricate dynamics of strategy implementation challenges faced by the South African Air Navigation Services Provider (ANSP) within the broader context of the aviation industry. Employing a systematic analysis, the study identifies key challenges, encompassing organizational culture, change management, human capital management (HCM), stakeholder engagement, and architectural issues. The findings highlight the intricate interplay between organizational architecture and culture, organizational effectiveness, human capital harmony, and cultural challenges within the ANSP. The study proposes targeted recommendations to address these challenges, emphasizing an integrated approach intertwining organizational architecture and culture. Recommendations span dimensions such as alignment with global and departmental strategies, refinement of organizational architecture, and mitigation of political interference. The research delves into challenges related to organizational effectiveness, advocating for improvements in stakeholder engagement, strategic management processes, and a cultural shift to overcome bureaucratic challenges. Emphasizing the importance of HCM, the study recommends measures for stability in management, talent development, and knowledge management. Addressing employee development and cultural fit in recruitment, the study advocates for the establishment of plans and deliberate initiatives aligning talent practices with organizational culture. In conclusion, this study offers a comprehensive examination of strategy implementation challenges at the South African ANSP, providing nuanced recommendations with broader applicability beyond organizational boundaries. The insights derived aim to contribute to the enhancement of strategy implementation processes, benefiting not only the South African ANSP but also regional and global stakeholders in the aviation industry.