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You’re constantly facing disruptions – ranging from minor transportation delays to major, long-term risks stemming from regulatory or geopolitical tensions – that can make it feel like you’re always putting out fires. With information flooding in from all directions, distinguishing facts from biases becomes increasingly crucial.
Whether you're overseeing day-to-day operations or managing complex global projects, the real challenge often lies in identifying the real cause of an issue using a logical, evidence-based approach.
In an industry where fast decision-making is key, success hinges on combining speed with thoughtful analysis that challenges assumptions – both your own and those of others – while considering multiple perspectives. Developing strong critical thinking skills is essential not only for making informed decisions but also for fostering a culture of open, collaborative problem-solving.
That’s where the Black Belt in Thinking (BBiT) program comes in, equipping you with practical tools to analyze and resolve even the most challenging problems. With a focus on critical thinking, the BBiT program empowers you to tackle project planning, strategy development, and conflict resolution with precision, and confidence. Even better, it’s now available on-demand and at no charge for all CargoWise users via WiseTech Academy.
Who should enroll in BBiT?
If you're involved in logistics, supply chain management, or any role that demands effective problem-solving, the BBiT program is for you. It’s particularly valuable for:
- Leaders seeking to sharpen their strategic thinking and decision-making.
- Managers aiming to improve team performance and collaboration.
- Operations professionals needing quick, reliable solutions to complex problems.
What will you learn?
By enrolling in the BBiT program, you’ll develop practical, valuable skills to help you:
- Think critically under pressure: You’ll learn to cut through distractions and make informed decisions quickly, even when facing tight deadlines or incomplete data.
- Solve complex problems: Break down tough challenges into manageable parts and uncover creative, logical solutions that address the root cause.
- Gain team buy-in: Present your ideas in a way that ensures understanding, collaboration, and smooth execution – essential for leaders driving change.
- Overcome barriers to execution: Tackle common implementation challenges, such as resistance to change, and turn your plans into measurable, impactful outcomes.
- Prevent future challenges: Learn how to anticipate and mitigate risks before they escalate, helping you build a more resilient operation.
What’s involved?
The BBiT program is made up of three comprehensive courses:
- Thinking Foundations: This seven-module course equips you with essential critical thinking skills for effective leadership. You’ll learn logical thinking methods that help you tackle real-world challenges. For example, you might face a sudden supply chain disruption; this course will provide you with tools to analyze the situation, identify the root causes, and generate innovative solutions – like longer-term scenario planning to minimize delays.
- Causing Change: Great ideas can stall without proper execution. In this course, spanning seven modules, you’ll discover practical strategies for turning ideas into action. You’ll learn how to overcome obstacles, rally your team, and implement solutions effectively. Imagine you’ve developed a new process to improve warehouse efficiency; this course will guide you on how to gain buy-in from your team and ensure that the new process is smoothly integrated, resulting in reduced turnaround times.
- Reality Engineering: Logistics problems are often interconnected, and it’s crucial to untangle them effectively. This advanced course teaches you how to identify the core issues behind complex problems. For instance, if you encounter recurring delays in your shipping operations, this course will empower you to trace the problem back to its source—whether it’s supplier issues, internal processes, or external factors—and implement solutions that not only address the current challenges but also prevent future disruptions.
Flexible, self-paced learning
Designed for your convenience, the BBiT program is fully online and self-paced, allowing you to start and complete coursework whenever it suits you. You can engage with the material at your own pace, and you’ll also gain access to the Circle community forum for collaboration and support.