Tag: proposal graphics

The Science and Art of an OV-1 Diagram

An OV-1 diagram/graphic (or Operational Viewpoint) loosely refers to any singular overarching graphic that frames a proposal. The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Architectural Framework (DoDAF) Version 2.02 Deputy Chief… Continue reading The Science and Art of an OV-1 Diagram

Ask Proposal Doctor – Creating balance between "required" and "desired"?

Dear Proposal Doctor, Senior executives in my organization are constantly inserting material into the proposal that is not called for in the RFP and spending time on proposal components that… Continue reading Ask Proposal Doctor – Creating balance between "required" and "desired"?

6 changes experts would make to the BD, capture, and proposal process

“Nothing endures but change. Change is the only constant.” –Heraclitus of Ephesus Business transformation, process improvement, continual improvement, business process improvement. Call it what you will. The gist of the… Continue reading 6 changes experts would make to the BD, capture, and proposal process

12 Ways to mitigate proposal strategy review risks

At the 2011 APMP International Conference, Lohfeld Consulting Group’s Managing Director Brenda Crist presented an informative session on mitigating proposal risks. Here are Brenda’s identified Proposal Strategy Review Risks and… Continue reading 12 Ways to mitigate proposal strategy review risks

6 Rules for proposal graphics

Review and incorporate the following guidelines and suggestions into your graphics development process. Start with a complete detailed graphic (hand-sketched or computer-generated) and then begin to remove as much detail… Continue reading 6 Rules for proposal graphics

10 Ways to mitigate proposal production and delivery review risks

At the 2011 APMP International Conference, Lohfeld Consulting Group’s Managing Director Brenda Crist presented an informative session on mitigating proposal risks. Here are Brenda’s identified Proposal Production and Delivery Review… Continue reading 10 Ways to mitigate proposal production and delivery review risks