Solving the Business Puzzle
10,000 Pieces of Chaos Transformed Into a Calm Snow Scene
Winter in Iowa is prime puzzle season. Give me a cozy fire, a big coffee, a pup at my feet, and a systematic approach to turning chaos into a complex and lovely picture. A pile of puzzle pieces may seem overwhelming at first glance, but with patience and strategy, it transforms into a cohesive image. The same can be said for thoughtful business design. Whether tackling a new product launch, restructuring a team, or scaling a business, the journey from disorder to clarity mirrors the process of solving a puzzle.
At Peel, we specialize in helping businesses achieve clarity by aligning systems, processes, and data with their goals. Here’s how I take my love of puzzle-solving to illuminate business design strategies that help your business operate smoothly:
Start with the Big Picture
When solving a puzzle, the image on the box is your guiding star. For businesses, that “box image” is the goal or desired outcome. At Peel, we help clients define this big picture by focusing on what success means to them. For some, it’s maximizing profitability; for others, it’s creating systems that scale efficiently.
By understanding the unique goals of a business, we provide clarity that transforms chaos into purpose. As with puzzles, everything starts with a clear vision.
Build the Framework
Experienced puzzle solvers know that constructing the border first is key. This framework provides structure and simplifies the process of filling in the rest. When it comes to designing systems for business, a comprehnsive plan serves as this border.
Peel’s approach involves identifying and addressing the underlying systems and processes that businesses rely on. Whether it’s clearing chaos in back-office operations or creating scalable production plans, we design frameworks that simplify even the most complex challenges.
Sort and Prioritize
Puzzles become manageable when you sort pieces by color, edge, and pattern. Similarly, Peel helps businesses sort through competing priorities to focus on what truly matters.
For example, a client struggling with outdated data systems can’t make informed decisions. Peel clears the clutter, identifies valuable data, and builds actionable systems around it. This process ensures businesses focus on impactful metrics, saving time and resources.
Collaborate for the Best Fit
Puzzle-solving is often a team effort, with each person offering a fresh perspective. At Peel, collaboration is at the heart of how we work. We engage with our clients to uncover their “hidden genius,” tapping into the insights and expertise that already exist within their organization.
Whether working with manufacturers, healthcare providers, or financial firms, our team listens, learns, and designs processes tailored to their unique needs.
Adjust When Pieces Don’t Fit
Not every puzzle piece goes where you first think it should, and business challenges are no different. Peel thrives on curiosity and adaptability. When processes or systems aren’t delivering, we help clients pivot and uncover the root causes of inefficiencies.
By focusing on clean data and actionable systems, we provide solutions that address the problem, not just the symptoms.
Celebrate the Finished Puzzle
Can you beat that “last piece” feeling? It is so satisfying to place that last piece and enjoy the completed picture. The same is true when designing systems within your business – you have got to celebrate each success. At Peel, we celebrate client successes and reflect on lessons learned to ensure long-term impact.
Running your business may feel like trying to do a 10,000 piece puzzle while riding a Tilt-a-Whirl, but it doesn’t have to. Like solving a puzzle, Peel helps businesses create frameworks, sort priorities, and uncover their full potential. Whether scaling for growth or preparing for a sale, Peel’s expertise turns chaos into a cohesive plan, one piece at a time.