{"id":17669,"date":"2024-09-04T14:31:41","date_gmt":"2024-09-04T14:31:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/"},"modified":"2024-09-04T14:31:41","modified_gmt":"2024-09-04T14:31:41","slug":"maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/","title":{"rendered":"Maximizing Strategic Initiatives: The Role of a Summer Associate in Business Planning and Consulting"},"content":{"rendered":"<style> @media(min-width:1728px) { .tytulek{font-size:45px!important;margin-right:auto!important;margin-left:auto!important;max-width: 1200px!important;} .sekcja-tekst { margin-left: 40px!important; margin-right: 40px!important;} .artykul{margin-bottom:120px!important; 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href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/#section1\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/#section1\"  style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.391), 19px);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;color:#0c3658\">Introduction<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-ba1116a8aad164ae1fa673c7239c6212 wp-block-paragraph\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(1)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/#section2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/#section2\"  style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.391), 19px);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;color:#0c3658\">KanBo: When, Why and Where to deploy as a Strategic planning tool<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-644387a2700aba68edcdec5a3966bc02 wp-block-paragraph\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(2)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/#section3\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/#section3\"  style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.391), 19px);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;color:#0c3658\">How to work with KanBo as a Strategic planning tool<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3378d92f732f042b23ce2f9fbd563cc2 wp-block-paragraph\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(3)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/#section4\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/maximizing-strategic-initiatives-the-role-of-a-summer-associate-in-business-planning-and-consulting\/#section4\"  style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.391), 19px);font-style:normal;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2;color:#0c3658\">Glossary and terms<\/a><\/p><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column kolumna-tekst is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section alignfull sekcja-tekst alignfull getwid-margin-top-none getwid-margin-bottom-none getwid-section-content-full-width\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper getwid-padding-top-none getwid-padding-bottom-none getwid-padding-left-none getwid-padding-right-none getwid-margin-left-none getwid-margin-right-none\" style=\"min-height:100vh\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fafafa\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\"><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading tytulek\" style=\"margin-bottom:40px;font-size:clamp(21.536px, 1.346rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 1.052), 35px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:-0.02em;line-height:1.2\">Maximizing Strategic Initiatives: The Role of a Summer Associate in Business Planning and Consulting<\/h1><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section1\" style=\"margin-bottom:40px;font-size:clamp(16.293px, 1.018rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.68), 25px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:-0.02em;line-height:1.2\">Introduction<\/h2><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> Introduction to Strategic Planning for a Strategy & Consulting Summer Associate<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Strategic planning is a systematic, iterative process leveraged by organizations to envision a desired future and translate this vision into broadly defined goals or objectives and a sequence of steps to achieve them. Within the dynamic environment of a Strategy & Consulting Summer Associate, strategic planning serves as the roadmap that guides decision-making and action-taking. It informs how projects across various business units\u2014such as Oncology, Immunology & Inflammation (I&I), Rare Disease, Internal Medicine, Hospital Business Unit, Vaccines, Global Product Development (GPD), Corporate Strategy, and Emerging Markets\u2014can be shaped, developed, and executed to drive growth and achieve business objectives. For a Strategy & Consulting Summer Associate, it means serving a pivotal role in ensuring strategic alignment, offering well-founded recommendations for priority adjustment, and providing valuable input into the strategic planning efforts of multifaceted business units.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> Key Components of Strategic Planning<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">In the context of the daily work of a Strategy & Consulting Summer Associate, the following key components of strategic planning are integral:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">1. Environmental Scanning: Using analytical skills to assess external market trends, competitive landscape, and internal capabilities, and understand how they may influence or impinge upon the business units' strategic direction.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">2. Strategy Formulation: Collaborating closely with business unit leaders to articulate clear and compelling strategies that reflect both the current status and the long-term aspirations of the business.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">3. Strategy Implementation: Translating the strategies into actionable projects and tasks, setting objectives, delineating resources, and establishing timelines to effectively execute the plans.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">4. Monitoring and Control: Evaluating progress through key performance indicators and adapting strategies as necessary to meet the business challenges and capitalize on opportunities as they arise.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">5. Strategic Communication: Conveying strategic plans and rationales to stakeholders adequately to secure their understanding, buy-in, and support.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">6. Recommendation and Feedback: Providing insightful recommendations and constructive feedback to ensure that strategic initiatives are robust and aligned with broader organizational goals.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> Benefits of Strategic Planning<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">For a Strategy & Consulting Summer Associate, the benefits of engaging in strategic planning are numerous and broadly resonate with the operational excellence of the business:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Alignment of Initiatives: Ensures that all projects and actions are aligned with the business unit's overall strategy, optimizing resource allocation and effort.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">  <\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Proactive Management: Enables anticipation of business trends and potential disruptions, fostering an environment that supports adaptability and resilience.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">  <\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Strategic Focus: Maintains a sharp focus on high-priority projects, avoiding the dispersion of attention and resources on less impactful activities.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">  <\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Improved Performance: Drives business units toward higher levels of operational and financial performance by setting clear goals and measuring progress against them.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">  <\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Decision-Making Agility: Provides a clear framework that guides decision-making processes, allowing for quicker responses to changes in the market or operating environment.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">  <\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Long-term Growth: Shapes and configures business units for sustained growth, guiding them towards long-term success and competitive advantage.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">In undertaking strategic planning tasks, a Strategy & Consulting Summer Associate becomes a crucial part of how an organization effectively navigates its present and plans for a thriving future.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section2\" style=\"margin-bottom:40px;font-size:clamp(16.293px, 1.018rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.68), 25px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:-0.02em;line-height:1.2\">KanBo: When, Why and Where to deploy as a Strategic planning tool<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">What is KanBo?<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">KanBo is an integrated work coordination platform designed to improve task management, communication, and real-time visualization of work. It effectively integrates with multiple Microsoft products, offering an efficient way to manage projects and workflows within an organization.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why?<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">KanBo is essential as a strategic planning tool because it provides a unified system for orchestrating various aspects of strategy execution, such as setting priorities, assigning tasks, and tracking progress. It allows for the customization of workflows, ensuring that every step of the strategic plan is aligned with organizational goals.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">When?<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">KanBo should be utilized throughout the entire strategic planning process. It serves as a facilitative tool from the initial planning phase, through execution and ongoing management, to the final evaluation of outcomes. It's particularly useful when timeliness and adaptability are crucial, as it aids in real-time decision making.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Where?<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">KanBo can be deployed within any department or across the entire organization, wherever strategic planning and execution are occurring. With its hybrid environment compatibility, it can be used on-premises and in the cloud, ensuring accessibility and compliance with data management regulations.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Strategy & Consulting Summer Associates should consider using KanBo as a strategic planning tool because:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Strategic Alignment: It aligns team members and stakeholders with the company's vision and strategic objectives, ensuring everyone is working towards a common goal. <\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Resource Allocation: It helps in effectively planning and distributing resources to initiatives that support the strategic plan.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Communication: KanBo facilitates open and clear communication, a critical aspect of strategic management, ensuring that all parties are informed and up to date on progress and changes.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Organizational Focus: By providing a clear visual representation of tasks and progress, it helps maintain focus on strategic priorities.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Real-Time Insights: The platform allows for immediate updates and access to information, integrating just-in-time knowledge for improved decision-making.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Responsiveness to Change: It enables agile responses to shifting environments by allowing for quick adjustments in strategy and execution.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Enhanced Collaboration: The platform's collaborative features help team members work together efficiently, even when dispersed geographically.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Control Mechanisms: Tracking features and progress indicators act as built-in control mechanisms to ensure the strategic plan stays on track.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Integration of Knowledge: KanBo can house and share both tacit and explicit knowledge, fostering an integrated approach to strategic management.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Customization and Flexibility: The flexibility of the platform allows for customization based on the specific strategic planning needs of the organization.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Incorporating KanBo into strategic planning initiatives ensures a robust, adaptable approach that aligns resources, actions, and teams towards achieving the strategic goals of the organization.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section3\" style=\"margin-bottom:40px;font-size:clamp(16.293px, 1.018rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.68), 25px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:-0.02em;line-height:1.2\">How to work with KanBo as a Strategic planning tool<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">As a Strategy & Consulting Summer Associate, you play an integral role in the strategic planning process for the organization. Using KanBo as your work coordination tool will support this process by facilitating communication, task management, and information sharing among your team. The instructions below will help you understand how to effectively use KanBo for strategic planning with a focus on purpose and explanation at each stage.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 1. Initiate the Strategic Planning Workspace in KanBo<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To create a centralized digital area dedicated to the strategic planning process where all related activities will be visible and coordinated.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Begin by setting up a Workspace named \"Strategic Planning\".<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Include a brief description outlining the Workspace's primary focus and anticipated outcomes.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Decide on the Workspace's privacy level based on the needed level of confidentiality.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Establishing a dedicated Workspace ensures that all planning efforts are organized and contained within a single, secure environment that supports the organization's goals and strategic direction.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 2. Map Out Strategic Themes and Goals in Folders<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To categorize the strategic planning activities based on themes such as market analysis, competitive positioning, and resource allocation.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Create Folders within the Strategic Planning Workspace.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Name each Folder after a strategic theme or goal to be addressed in the planning process.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Categorizing strategic initiatives by theme enhances focus and allows for easier team navigation through different strategic planning components.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 3. Develop Strategic Projects within Spaces<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To further break down strategic themes into actionable projects that align with the company's vision and objectives.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Inside each Folder, create Spaces corresponding to individual projects or focus areas.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Use these Spaces to facilitate collaboration and track tasks specific to each project's requirements.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Organizing strategic projects into distinct Spaces makes it possible to concentrate efforts on specific initiatives, tracking their progress and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 4. Manage Tasks with Cards<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To represent tasks, discussions, milestones, and decision points as manageable units within each strategic Space.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Within each Space, create Cards for each task or action item.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Assign due dates, responsible persons, and co-workers to each Card.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Add relevant files, links, notes, and comments to Cards to compile all necessary information.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Cards allow for detailed management of tasks, fostering accountability and collaboration while providing a comprehensive view of resources and timelines.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 5. Connect Cards with Hierarchical Relationships<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To illustrate dependencies and logical sequences between tasks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Establish card relationships that reflect the hierarchy and interdependencies of tasks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Utilize child card groups to structure card tasks under major deliverables.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Understanding task interrelationships is key to effective strategic planning, as it helps ensure the coordinated and successful completion of each initiative.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 6. Review Progress with Critical Paths and Gantt Charts<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To visualize project timelines and identify critical tasks that could impact overall success.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Use the Gantt Chart view to track strategic projects across timeframes.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Identify the sequence of critical tasks with the longest lead times which are part of the critical path.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Visual planning with Gantt Charts exposes potential delays, offers a clear view of project schedules, and ensures that high-priority tasks are completed on time.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 7. Engage in Continuous Collaboration<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To foster communication and collaboration that leads to better decision-making and associate alignment with strategic goals.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Participate in discussions via Card comments and mention colleagues where relevant.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Regularly check the activity stream to keep up with updates and changes.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Active collaboration ensures that strategy formulation and implementation are interconnected processes, allowing for real-time adaptation and alignment.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> 8. Evaluate and Adjust Strategic Plans<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Purpose: To assess whether strategic actions are yielding desired outcomes and to make adjustments as needed.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Implement control mechanisms like Card blockers to identify and resolve obstacles.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Utilize Forecast Charts and Time Charts to predict outcomes and evaluate efficiency.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Why: Continuous evaluation of strategies enables timely adjustments, keeping the planning process dynamic and results-oriented.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">By integrating these steps into your endeavors within KanBo, you enhance the strategic planning process by engaging with the organization's tacit, explicit, and just-in-time knowledge while ensuring that strategy formulation and implementation are effectively managed and aligned with future-focused organizational goals.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section4\" style=\"margin-bottom:40px;font-size:clamp(16.293px, 1.018rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.68), 25px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:-0.02em;line-height:1.2\">Glossary and terms<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> Glossary of Strategic Planning and Work Coordination Terms<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> Introduction<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">Welcome to this glossary, a valuable resource designed to clarify key terms you might encounter in the fields of strategic planning and work coordination. Understanding these terms is essential for professionals who strive to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of their organizations. The concepts covered here range from high-level strategic initiatives to the tactical elements involved in managing tasks within a collaborative workspace.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\"> Terms<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Strategic Planning: A process used by organizations to define their strategy, set priorities, and allocate resources in order to achieve their long-term goals.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">  <\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Work Coordination: The process of organizing and managing tasks and activities within a business to ensure effective collaboration and optimal performance.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Workspace: A virtual or physical area where teams come together to work on various projects or focused tasks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Space: Within a workspace, a space represents a more defined area where specific tasks, projects, or topics are managed.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Card: The most fundamental unit within a space, used to represent individual tasks, discussions, or pieces of work that need to be tracked.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Card Relation: The linkage between cards that creates dependencies and helps in outlining the sequence and organization of tasks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Dates in Cards: Specific dates assigned to tasks within cards such as due dates, start dates, and reminders, which assist with scheduling and time management.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Responsible Person: The individual tasked with overseeing and ensuring the completion of a specific card's objectives.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Co-Worker: A team member who contributes to the completion of a task but is not primarily responsible for it.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Child Card Group: A cluster of related child cards that are organized under a parent card, used to manage complex projects with multiple interrelated tasks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Card Blocker: An obstacle or issue that hinders the progress of a task within a card. This can be categorized to make problem areas more visible and manageable.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Activity Stream: A chronological list of all actions and events within a project or workspace, providing transparency and real-time updates to all stakeholders.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Gantt Chart View: A visual representation that maps out all the tasks in a space on a timeline, typically used for planning and tracking progress in project management.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Forecast Chart View: A predictive tool that visualizes the expected progress of a project based on past performance and current trends.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para wp-block-paragraph\">- Time Chart View: An analytical tool that shows how long tasks take to complete within a workflow, which can be used to identify delays and areas for process improvement.<\/p><div style=\"height:120px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column paskek-prawy spis is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:270px\"><div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-995f960e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-left:16px\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-17669","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"blocksy_meta":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - 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