From Silos to Synergies: How the Agile Company Redefines Its Resources

A recent article published by HR Today shared a study by the consultancy firm Robert Walters, which revealed that 50% of Swiss companies (66% in Europe) are considering using an interim manager in 2025. This figure may come as a surprise in a country historically attached to organizational stability. It reflects a subtle but profound shift: in the face of widespread uncertainty, agility is becoming more than just a mindset—it's a necessity.

The Role of Interim Management

In this contribution, the authors rightly highlight the role of interim management as an operational response to major transformations, governance crises, or temporary leadership needs. The interim manager embodies high-intensity, deployable experience—the ability to act swiftly, to structure discreetly, and to transfer knowledge while in motion.

However, should it be seen as the only solution to contemporary challenges? Without denying its usefulness—quite the opposite—it is now time to go further. Broader. More flexible.

Redefining Organizational Agility

An organization’s agility is no longer measured solely by its ability to navigate from one crisis to another. It is defined by its capacity to continuously reconfigure a broad skill set in real time—intelligently blending internal talent, interim managers, and specialist consultants—to support projects that are often cross-functional, hybrid, and constantly evolving.

While interim management is well-suited to large-scale transformations—international, digital, or structural—it often falls short when it comes to emerging micro-critical needs. These needs include deploying an ESG culture, conducting a rapid cybersecurity audit, repositioning HR after a merger, or revitalizing an employer brand. Such scenarios require not a change in governance but a surgical, targeted, expert intervention—sometimes lasting only a few weeks.

Building an Agile Ecosystem

In this context, building an agile ecosystem becomes self-evident. It’s no longer just about managing scarcity; it is about designing an open, intelligent, and orchestrated organization. A company capable of anticipating, capturing, and integrating external expertise as naturally as it mobilizes its internal teams.

Tomorrow’s high-performing businesses won’t be those that have every resource but those that know where to find them, when to activate them, and how to integrate them. The era of silos is over. The time of enlightened alliances has arrived.

The Future of Interim Management

As we look ahead, the landscape of interim management will likely evolve. Companies will increasingly seek experts who can provide immediate solutions tailored to specific challenges. This shift will necessitate a more nuanced understanding of how interim managers can complement existing teams and enhance organizational capabilities.

In conclusion, the integration of interim management into a broader strategy is essential. It allows organizations to remain agile and responsive in an ever-changing environment. By embracing this approach, companies can ensure they are well-equipped to meet both current and future challenges.

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