Interim management
Relay management involves temporarily ensuring the continuity of a key function while awaiting recruitment, reorganization, or internal change.
When should it be used?
Unexpected departure of a key executive or manager
Recruitment in progress or delayed (4 to 9 months)
Desire to avoid a management vacancy
Context requiring stability and continuity
Role of the interim manager
Assurer la continuité des décisions
Maintenir les équipes et les rituels de pilotage
Préparer la transmission au successeur
Éviter la désorganisation pendant la période intermédiaire
Deadlines and duration
Mobilization: a few days
Average duration: 3 to 9 months
Indicators monitored
Team stability
Continuity of results
Quality of transition
No operational disruption
Relay management helps secure periods of managerial transition without suffering the effects of a vacant position.