Enhancing Departmental Services: A Comprehensive Operational Review
Recently, the CIDA team partnered with a BU department to assess, from a holistic point of view, the effectiveness of that department in meeting the needs of their students and to identify areas for improvement. The methodology employed by the CIDA team was thorough and multifaceted, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of the department’s operations. Engaging […]
Crafting Effective Problem Statements
Throughout our consulting work with clients across the University, we have observed that the foundation of any successful project or initiative lies in a clear and well-defined problem statement. Here is why it matters and how to craft one that drives results. Why Problem Statements Matter A good problem statement: Focuses efforts and resources Aligns […]
The CIDA Compass – CIDA is Launching a Blog!
Welcome to the very first Continuous Improvement & Data Analytics (CIDA) blog post! Our vision at CIDA is to create and sustain a culture of data-driven decision making and continuous improvement at Boston University. We also aim to foster continuous improvement culture and collaborate with peer institutions of the same mindset. In pursuit of these […]