Temporary management with a clear assignment
Interim management is the temporary deployment of an external executive for a specific management assignment. A clear mandate, a defined scope of responsibility and an agreed point for handover or completion are essential.
Typical situations
- Temporary coverage of an executive or project leadership role
- Management of time-critical transformation and change initiatives
- Stabilization of processes, organization or project structures
- Establishing responsibilities and preparing an orderly handover
Mandate, responsibility and handover
An interim mandate needs measurable objectives, available decision paths and a realistic timeframe. Regular status points create transparency about progress, risks and required decisions. Handover is planned from the start so that knowledge, open tasks and responsibility remain within the company.
Clarifying the right starting point
Before an assignment begins, the task, expected outcome, decision authority, internal contacts and duration should be described clearly. These points form the basis for the required professional and personal fit.