{"id":1782486,"date":"2025-10-22T09:49:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-22T16:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/?p=1782486"},"modified":"2025-10-22T14:30:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T21:30:32","slug":"embracing-always-on-transformation-in-integrated-business-planning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/blog\/embracing-always-on-transformation-in-integrated-business-planning\/","title":{"rendered":"Embracing always-on transformation in integrated business planning"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BTWS-Jon-Nichols_TCC-Blog-H.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1782487\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transformation at Clorox is ongoing \u2014 it&#8217;s essential for resilience and readiness. <\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Jon Nichols, associate director in Clorox\u2019s Business Planning Center of Excellence, recently spoke with the Business Transformation World Summit team about how organizations overcome challenges, embed AI, and build a culture of learning. Here are six actionable takeaways that reflect how Clorox is driving its transformation:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BTWS-Jon-Nichols_IMG-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1782502\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Connect strategy and execution<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ad2f72ca wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Change management is complex. Leadership sets strategy, but execution relies on frontline teams and systems. Build strong connections between these groups to clarify intent and encourage adaptation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BTWS-Jon-Nichols_IMG-2-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1782589\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Align on shared KPIs<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Success requires leadership buy-in, a unified strategy, and cross-functional alignment. Ensure all goals support a common vision, with interconnected projects and clear KPIs for accountability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BTWS-Jon-Nichols_IMG-3-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1782590\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Celebrate wins and share learnings<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Transformation is a long-term effort. Maintain momentum by aligning teams around purpose and sharing progress \u2014 such as improved forecasts, faster decisions, and upskilled teams \u2014 to demonstrate impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BTWS-Jon-Nichols_IMG-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1782591\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Empower teams<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Involve users in design through a \u201cvoice of the business\u201d team, giving them real influence. The Center of Excellence can build capabilities, turning planners into analytics translators and strategic partners. Empowered teams drive transformation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BTWS-Jon-Nichols_IMG-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1782593\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Leverage diverse expertise<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Use cross-functional experts to solve business problems. Technical experts provide depth, while transformational leaders offer vision, fostering mutual understanding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BTWS-Jon-Nichols_IMG-6.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1782594\" style=\"width:100px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Promote lifelong learning<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Invest in training for digital fundamentals, system fluency, and data literacy. Leaders don\u2019t need to be data scientists, but understanding AI and analytics helps them lead with credibility<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ad2f72ca wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"588\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/BTWS-Jon-Nichols_Logo.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1782584\" style=\"width:55px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><em>Check out the full interview and learn more about the Business Transformation World Summit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.processexcellencenetwork.com\/events-business-transformation-world-summit\/downloads\/interview-momentum-over-perfection-how-clorox-is-embedding-transformation-in-culture-systems-and-people\">here<\/a><\/em><\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"86\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecloroxcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/The-Well-Weekly_Div-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1782341\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Transformation at Clorox is ongoing \u2014 it&#8217;s essential for resilience and readiness. Jon Nichols, associate director in Clorox\u2019s Business Planning Center of Excellence, recently spoke with the Business Transformation World Summit team about how organizations overcome challenges, embed AI, and build a culture of learning. 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