7S template
Quickly evaluate your organization's operation and bridge the performance gap using this 7S template. Use this template
What is a 7S template?
The 7S template helps teams align and optimize their organization's structure, strategy, systems, shared values, style, staff, and skills to achieve cohesive and effective performance.
Who is this template for?
The 7S template is used by a wide range of professionals and teams to assess and align their key elements to achieve the best performance.
How to use this template
- Begin using this template by creating a long-term plan for your organization's goal in the Strategy section, including vision, mission, and action plans.
- In the Structure section, map out the organization’s setup, such as its hierarchy, reporting lines, and division of responsibilities.
- For the System section, set up the processes and procedures that support daily operations, such as IT systems, workflows, and performance monitoring tools.
- The template's heart is the Shared Values section. Here, you can include your organization’s cultural principles and beliefs. These values guide and influence all other areas.
- In the Staff section, evaluate your team members' roles, responsibilities, and skills.
- Then, move to the Skills section to identify your organization’s and team's key strengths and core competencies.
- In the Style section, examine leadership approaches and decision-making styles to see how they impact alignment and performance.
- Finally, use insights from all seven sections to develop a plan addressing misalignments.
- Review this plan regularly to track progress and adjust as needed to stay on course.