September 10, 2025By Dr. Elena Vance
Operating models that scale: roles, rituals, and real accountability
Executive Summary
"Scaling a biotech organization requires more than just hiring. It requires a robust operating model built on clear roles, disciplined rituals, and systemic accountability."
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Design the roles, then the org chart
Define outcomes, decisions, and interfaces before titles. Roles should clarify ownership, reduce handoffs, and simplify decisions.
Rituals create visibility
Weekly operating rhythms with explicit inputs/outputs expose reality fast—KPIs, blockers, and next actions owned by names, not teams.
Accountability is a system
Tie goals to leading indicators and make progress visible. Owners, deadlines, and review cadences keep the model tight as you scale.
Scientific & Strategic References
- [1]McKinsey & Company: Organizing for the Future
- [2]LuminOne Strategy Framework: The Five Pillars of Scalable Operations