WHAT IS GOLD STANDARD MANAGEMENT?

Gold standard management (GSM) is defined as

1. an edgy attitude and unrelenting commitment to the best;
2. a complete and thorough implementation of best-management practices in every department;
3. integration and unification of various management philosophies and schools of thought so that management is an integrated system rather than a group of independent components or disconnected programs;
4. specific management objectives and accountability that put work in the hands of competent people, give freedom to make change, expect results, use tough measures, and apply consequences; and
5. a requirement that all professional and technical staff implement their specialty's standards and best practices.

Using GSM, the management team eliminates management malpractice and violations of known best practices. Managers eradicate operational sludge and do not tolerate mediocrity.