Cost optimization is a critical lever for sustainable business performance, yet it requires a holistic understanding of people, processes, and organizational structures. This talk explores generic approaches to cost optimization and demonstrates how they can be applied across different types of projects. By examining project archetypes, we discuss strategies to convince clients of the value of a structured approach in three dimensions: people, process, and organization. Participants will gain practical insights into how to analyze workflows, streamline processes, and align the organizational structure to maximize efficiency and reduce costs, supported by a real-world example. In this session, you will learn: In this session, you will learn:

• how to approach cost optimization across different project types and archetypes
• strategies for engaging clients and gaining buy-in for people, process, and organization improvements
• practical methods for analyzing work, optimizing processes, and structuring teams effectively
• a real-world example illustrating successful implementation of cost optimization measures