The Strategy Gap | Bonovaquo

The Execution Dilemma

Every organization wants a bold strategy. Many invest time, money, and talent into building one. But the truth is: strategy alone isn’t enough. According to numerous studies, the failure rate of strategic initiatives hovers between 60–70%. Not because the ideas were wrong—but because the execution didn’t follow through.

At Bonovaquo, we call this the Strategy Gap the disconnect between planning and doing, between intent and impact.

Where the Gap Begins

The gap often starts with misalignment. Leadership builds a high-level strategy, but the middle layers of the organization struggle to connect it to their daily work. KPIs don’t link to goals. Teams default to what’s familiar. And as change initiatives roll out, friction builds instead of momentum.

We’ve seen clients fall into this trap even with talented teams and strong cultures. The issue isn’t commitment—it’s clarity.

Bridging the Gap

So how do you close the Strategy Gap? It starts with recognizing that execution is not the afterthought—it’s the battleground. Here’s what effective organizations do differently:

Translate strategy into clear, team-level actions. Everyone knows their role in the bigger picture.
Design for alignment, not just efficiency. The org chart supports outcomes, not politics.
Lead with communication and accountability. Strategic updates become part of the culture—not quarterly theater.
Build in feedback loops. Strategy is treated as a living framework, not a static plan.