Strategy development:

Simplifying a global training approach

The challenge

An international mining company divested its coal division and found that its existing high-touch, “white-glove” training model was too costly and complex for the new business structure. The organization needed a lean, scalable training strategy that maintained quality while reducing expense and operational overhead.

Our approach

By integrating human-centered design and Playing to Win (A.G. Lafley and Roger Martin’s strategic framework for achieving competitive advantage), Spare Parts & Gasoline (SP&G) delivered a customized, high-impact training strategy focused on cost optimization. Through close collaboration, we made sure this strategy was an actionable, employee-focused solution centered on driving long-term workforce success.

Results & impact

  1. $600,000 in direct cost savings
  2. 4x potential value unlocked through improved execution
  3. Clear, actionable implementation roadmap
  4. Leadership and stakeholder alignment
We needed to right-size our training strategy to align with our new organizational objectives. In just six weeks, Spare Parts & Gasoline was able to get the job done. Their expertise went beyond strategy—they also supported our training team to translate and develop an implementation plan, ensuring we had the owners to ensure long-term success in our evolving business landscape.
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International mining company

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