{"id":37795,"date":"2024-12-16T14:31:24","date_gmt":"2024-12-16T14:31:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/"},"modified":"2024-12-16T14:31:24","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T14:31:24","slug":"4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways KanBo Elevates Business Planning within the Strategic Framework"},"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; margin-top:120px!important;} .menu-lewe a:hover { background:#E9F4FE!important; 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data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#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 & Context<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-9d325ad8777e96b99139e5b342ba4df7\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(1)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#section2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#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\">The Bigger Context & KanBo\u2019s Value<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-23c6179ed4f9e4b6f5e906d3b6bd4726\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(2)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#section3\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#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\">Cards as Contextual Memory & AI Integration<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-43f48f0a3f4df6690d9fe4acebc3af6e\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(3)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#section4\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#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\">How-To Guide<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-ec553d98a6706b175b9ee8b072d9d020\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(4)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#section5\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#section5\"  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\">Business Plan with KanBo: A step-by-step guide<\/a><\/p><\/p><p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-fae9233b04c42a63d599ddf2b50b0f84\"><p class=\"menu-lewe has-link-color\" onclick=\"lewemenu(5)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#section6\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kanboapp.com\/en\/businessplan\/4-ways-kanbo-elevates-business-planning-within-the-strategic-framework\/#section6\"  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\">4 Ways KanBo Elevates Business Planning within the Strategic Framework<\/h1><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section1\">Introduction & Context<\/h2><p class=\"tekst-para\">A Business Plan, much like a meticulously orchestrated symphony, is a strategically composed blueprint that guides a company toward achieving its goals with precision and harmony. In its essence, it outlines the objectives, strategies, and metrics vital for the seamless execution of business ventures, reminiscent of a time when every plan followed a precise rhythm, every project unfolded like a well-crafted melody, and tasks were arranged in perfect order. Within this symphony of business planning, KanBo\u2014an adaptable and advanced Work Coordination Platform\u2014is the modern maestro guiding large enterprises through the complexities of planning and execution. By facilitating strategic planning, encouraging collaboration, and offering robust project and workflow management tools, KanBo ensures that organizations can reclaim the orderly efficiency of days past. Embracing this platform is akin to a master craftsman mentoring their apprentice; KanBo empowers modern businesses to execute plans with the same grace and punctuality once customary.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section2\">The Bigger Context & KanBo\u2019s Value<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para\">Business Plans thrive within the matrix of a broader organizational vision, never existing in isolation. KanBo excels in this ecosystem by tethering tasks to the grander narrative, transforming each step into a meaningful pursuit that echoes the strategic objectives. Through its sophisticated Resource Management capabilities, KanBo meticulously orchestrates the allocation of resources\u2014be it people, machines, or materials\u2014ensuring their optimal utilization. The platform is adept at tracking resource availability, managing work schedules, incorporating time-off considerations, and effortlessly resolving conflicts. By integrating seamlessly with external HR systems, KanBo keeps resource data current, allowing for precision in planning and execution. Visualizing workload through intuitive tools, KanBo equips Controllers with a holistic view of responsibilities, enabling them to maintain operational balance. This cohesive approach ensures that every contribution is in sync with the organizational mission, fostering a culture where every task, resource, and objective coalesces into a unified drive towards success.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section3\">Cards as Contextual Memory & AI Integration<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para\">KanBo's Cards function as contextual anchors within its comprehensive platform, capturing not only tasks and their outcomes but also every associated detail and historical data. This includes a wealth of information such as who was involved in working on them, when they were executed, and the associated costs. By encapsulating these elements, KanBo Cards create an information-rich environment that serves as an ever-evolving memory bank, helping both humans and AI agents accurately recall and assess business operations.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">Consider the case of a five-year business planning and budgeting process. Here, KanBo aids in the analysis of business needs while evaluating costs and profits to determine the sustainability of various projects or activities. Through the cards, organizations can negotiate and fine-tune the Economics of Areas by understanding the overall feasibility of Functions and the Company. Moreover, KanBo Tracks the overall Financial Situation\u2014including both fixed and direct costs\u2014of assigned Areas consistently, enabling financial and business performance measurement through regular gap analyses (for instance, comparing the budget against monthly results). This functionality also extends to preparing financial reports for specific Areas and the Company overall, often presented in a visual format such as a Tableau de Board.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">In addition, KanBo supports financial analysis and verifies the financial reliability of company operations by assisting dedicated Areas in business case preparation and supporting Board decision-making with relevant financial analyses. Active participation in Board meetings is facilitated as key duties and responsibilities can be refined and understood by referencing the attributes and skill sets found within KanBo Cards. Furthermore, these also take into consideration location-based holiday calendars and cost structures for deeper analysis and accuracy.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">When utilized by AI bots, agents, large language models (LLMs), or other tools, KanBo Cards provide a panoramic insight into the intricate workings of business processes. They transform raw complexity into actionable intelligence, allowing for the orchestration of cohesive Business Plans. This sophisticated modeling helps identify potential improvements in processes or production costs\u2014turning an overwhelming amount of data into strategic guidance.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">Ultimately, KanBo transcends traditional task management by offering a platform where every detail is accounted for and integrated into a broader context, empowering organizations to make informed decisions that align with their strategic objectives and track their progress towards achieving them.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section4\">How-To Guide<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Streamlining a Controller's Tasks with KanBo<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">As a Controller, leveraging KanBo can transform complex tasks into a streamlined workflow, enhancing efficiency in a business planning and budgeting context. Here are practical steps to optimize daily tasks using KanBo:<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> 1. Analysis of Business Needs, Costs, and Profits<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Utilize Workspaces and Spaces: Create dedicated Workspaces for different financial periods or departmental needs, and organize Spaces to correspond to specific analyses, such as cost evaluation or profit analysis. This structuring enhances clarity and focus.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Cards for Tasks: Use Cards within each Space to detail actionable tasks like data collection, cost assessment, and profitability analysis. Integrate relevant documents, charts, or notes to provide context.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Calendar and Timeline Views: Schedule tasks using the Calendar or Timeline Views to keep track of deadlines and ensure timely completion of analyses.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> 2. Negotiation and Fine-tuning of Financials<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Real-time Collaboration: KanBo supports cross-departmental collaboration through real-time updates and document sharing. Use Cards for negotiating and updating financial terms, ensuring that all stakeholders have access to the latest data.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Integrate Financial Models: Attach financial models to relevant Cards for quick access during negotiations, enabling fact-based decision-making.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> 3. Constant Financial Tracking<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Develop a Financial Dashboard: Use Cards to aggregate data on fixed and variable costs, and consolidate these into a digital \u201cTableau de Board,\u201d providing a visual summary of key financial metrics for ongoing monitoring.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Set Dependencies and Alerts: Employ KanBo\u2019s date conflict and dependency features to manage financial data accurately, alerting the team of critical updates or anomalies.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> 4. Financial Performance Measurement<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Gap Analysis Cards: Create Cards dedicated to gap analysis\u2014comparing budget projections with actual monthly results. Incorporate data integration tools to automatically pull in financial data from external systems.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Dynamic Reporting: Use Gantt Chart and Timeline Views for visual reporting of financial progress, enabling quick identification of performance gaps and trends.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> 5. Financial Analysis for Corporate Decision-making<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Centralized Data Points: Use KanBo's Resource Management features to compile essential data points, such as cost structures and skills, into Cards. This consolidated view supports thorough financial analysis.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Support Board Decisions: Prepare comprehensive business cases within KanBo Cards, integrating all necessary financial analytics for board review, facilitating informed decision-making.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> 6. Participating in Board Meetings<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Meeting Preparation Cards: Organize meeting agendas and supporting documents within Cards, tagging relevant stakeholders for review and action items.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Track Meeting Outputs: Use the Timeline View to track action items from board meetings, assigning responsibilities and deadlines to team members.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> 7. Identifying Process or Cost Improvement Opportunities<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Resource Management: Use KanBo\u2019s Resource Management to analyze current resource allocation and identify potential areas for cost reduction or process improvement.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Priority Setting and Task Assignment: Define priorities and allocate resources effectively by creating detailed task Cards that track the availability of skilled resources or external contractors.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Integrate Critical Data: Utilize Cards to input machine availability or resource skill levels, painting a real-time picture of resource allocation and identifying potential bottlenecks.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Conclusion<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">KanBo serves as both the architect and infrastructure of a future-ready business plan by simplifying task complexity, preventing conflicts, and enabling precise resource allocation. By leveraging its robust features, Controllers can navigate financial landscapes with clarity, ensuring that strategic objectives align with daily operations for optimal business performance.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section5\">Business Plan with KanBo: A step-by-step guide<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para\"> KanBo Resource Management and Controller Guide<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">This guide serves as a comprehensive solution manual for Controllers seeking to leverage KanBo's powerful features in resource management, task coordination, and strategic alignment with organizational vision. Follow these organized steps to effectively utilize KanBo in your business processes.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Understanding KanBo Features Involved<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Workspaces: Organize different teams or projects.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Spaces: Specific projects or focus areas within Workspaces.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Cards: Tasks with detailed information such as notes and due dates.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Views (Calendar, Timeline, Gantt Chart): Visual representation of task progress and scheduling.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> General Principles of Working with KanBo<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">1. Strategic Alignment: Ensure every task in KanBo is linked to the broader organizational vision.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">2. Resource Optimization: Efficient allocation and management of resources to maximize utility.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">3. Seamless Integration: Utilize integrations with external HR systems for up-to-date resource data.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Example Business Problem: Optimizing Resource Allocation for a Multi-Team Project<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Solution Overview<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">To solve this business problem using KanBo, you will organize the project into a Workspace with distinct Spaces for each team, effectively manage resources and tasks using Cards, and continuously monitor progress with Views.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Step-by-Step Solution<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Step 1: Setting Up the Workspace<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">1. Create a Workspace: Launch KanBo and select \"Create New Workspace.\" Name it according to the project\u2014e.g., \"Project Optimization.\"<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">2. Assign Workspace Permissions: Define user roles such as Owner, Member, or Visitor, ensuring only relevant team members have access.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Step 2: Structuring Your Project with Spaces<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">1. Create Spaces for Each Team: Within the Workspace, create separate Spaces for each involved team\u2014e.g., \"Development Team,\" \"Design Team,\" etc.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">2. Define Space Types: Use \"Spaces with Workflow\" for task-oriented teams and \"Informational Space\" for documentation-focused areas.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Step 3: Resource Allocation and Management<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">1. Add Cards for Tasks: Within each Space, create Cards for all relevant tasks or milestones, detailing necessary information such as deadlines and relevant files.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">2. Assign Resources: Identify and allocate employees or materials per Card, aligning with their skills and availability.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">3. Track Time and Costs: Utilize the time-tracking feature to log hours spent on tasks and analyze project costs.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Step 4: Handling Scheduling and Conflicts<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">1. Utilize Calendar and Timeline Views: Employ these views to keep track of scheduling and detect potential overlaps or date conflicts.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">2. Monitor via Gantt Chart View: Use the Gantt Chart for complex, long-term planning, ensuring all Cards are well-placed on the timeline.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Step 5: Maintaining Ongoing Optimization<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">1. Integrate with HR Systems: Ensure KanBo is receiving the latest resource data from external systems.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">2. Adjust Allocations Based on Data: Regularly review resource allocations and make necessary adjustments to improve efficiency.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">3. Foster Collaborative Communication: Use context-based communication features to engage with team members and resolve issues dynamically.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Step 6: Reporting and Continuous Improvement <\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">1. Utilize Reporting Features: Generate reports to assess the performance of resource allocations against strategic goals.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">2. Implement Feedback Loops: Encourage continuous feedback to refine processes and align with evolving organizational missions.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Cookbook Presentation Instructions<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Number each step uniquely and keep descriptions concise for improved readability.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Utilize bulleted lists for substeps where applicable.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Use headings to denote sections or phases of the solution for easier navigation.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">By following this step-by-step guide, Controllers can effectively leverage KanBo's capabilities to address complex business challenges, ensuring resources are optimally utilized, and all activities are in sync with company objectives.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading naglowek-duzy\" id=\"section6\">Glossary and terms<\/h3><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Introduction<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">Welcome to the KanBo glossary, which serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the key concepts, features, and functionalities of KanBo, an integrated platform that connects company strategy with daily operations. Designed to enhance task management, communication, and data integration across various Microsoft environments, such as SharePoint, Teams, and Office 365, KanBo supports hybrid environments, extensive customization, and robust data management. This glossary aims to equip you with a deeper understanding of KanBo's hierarchical structure and advanced resource management capabilities, ensuring optimized workflow coordination and strategic alignment in large organizations.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\"> Glossary of KanBo Terms<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- KanBo: An integrated platform that connects company strategy and daily operations, supporting efficient task management, real-time visualization, communication, and deep integration with Microsoft environments.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Hybrid Environment: KanBo allows the use of both on-premises and cloud instances, unlike traditional purely cloud-based SaaS applications, offering flexibility and compliance with legal and geographical data requirements.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- GCC High Cloud Installation: A secure KanBo option for regulated industries meeting federal standards like FedRAMP and ITAR, ideal for government contractors and defense industries requiring high data protection.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Customization: KanBo supports extensive customization for on-premises systems, surpassing traditional SaaS applications in flexibility.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Workspace: The top-tier hierarchical element in KanBo, organizing distinct areas like teams or clients, and consisting of Folders and Spaces for categorization.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Space: A collection of Cards within Workspaces and Folders, representing specific projects or focus areas, and facilitating collaboration.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Card: Fundamental units representing tasks or actionable items within Spaces, containing information like notes, files, comments, and to-do lists.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Calendar View: A visual representation of Cards in a calendar format, allowing users to view upcoming card dates and schedule tasks by day, week, or month.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Timeline View: A chronological representation of Cards along a horizontal timeline, aiding in the management of tasks within a specific time frame by focusing on individual tasks and tracking durations.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Gantt Chart View: Displays time-dependent Cards in a bar chart format on a timeline, ideal for complex, long-term task planning.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Date Conflict: Refers to overlapping or inconsistent due\/start dates among related Cards, leading to scheduling and prioritizing challenges within the workspace.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Resource Management: A system within KanBo for planning and allocating resources like employees and materials to tasks, optimizing utilization, and resolving conflicts.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Resource Allocation: Assigning specific resources to tasks for set durations, monitorable at project spaces and individual task levels.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Time Tracking: Logs the time spent on tasks, aiding in comparing actual efforts against planned efforts and project costs analysis.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Conflict Management: Identifies and resolves instances when resources are over-allocated or unavailable, ensuring optimal resource allocation.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">- Data Visualization: Tools presenting resource allocation and potential bottlenecks through dashboards and charts.<\/p><p class=\"tekst-para\">By familiarizing yourself with these terms, you can better leverage KanBo's capabilities for efficient project management and strategic alignment, enhancing workflow coordination and data-driven decision-making across your organization.<\/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-28f84493 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":14848,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-37795","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"blocksy_meta":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - 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