BASYN by Bouabid

Organizational Change Advisory

Grounding change before organizations move forward.

BASYN helps organizations navigate complexity, transition, and growth by aligning people, systems, and strategy so change is sustainable, not performative.

BASYN (pronounced “BAY-sin”) comes from the idea of base + synthesis — a grounded place where what exists is brought together, aligned, and shaped into forward movement.

Start with the foundation. Then move forward.

How We Work

BASYN is grounded in research, systems thinking, and real organizational dynamics.

Our approach is:

  • Research-informed — grounded in evidence, not trends

  • Systems-focused — addressing root causes, not symptoms

  • Human-centered — designed for real people, not perfect processes

  • Actionable — clarity that leads to practical next steps

We don’t rush to solutions. We build the conditions that make solutions work.

Why BASYN

Change fails when organizations move too fast on a weak foundation. BASYN exists to slow the work down just enough to get grounded, build alignment, and create momentum that holds.

We support leaders and teams when:

  • strategy is clear, but execution is fragmented

  • growth has outpaced structure

  • culture and communication are misaligned

  • roles, decisions, and accountability feel unclear

  • change efforts feel reactive or stalled

What We Do

Organizational Change Advisory

We assess readiness, resistance, and impact, then design change strategies grounded in how your organization actually functions.

Includes: change readiness assessments, stakeholder analysis, sequencing and roadmaps, risk and resistance mapping.

Leadership Systems and Alignment

We help leadership teams align decision-making, roles, communication, and accountability so strategy translates into action.

Includes: governance and decision clarity, leadership alignment sessions, role and responsibility mapping.

Culture and Organizational Alignment

We identify cultural friction points and strengthen trust, communication, and shared norms that shape performance.

Includes: culture diagnostics, values-to-behavior alignment, team communication and trust work.

Operating Model and Systems Design

We support organizations in building or refining structures and workflows that match the work.

Includes: organizational structure review, process alignment, coordination and workflow design.

Change Capability Building

We build internal capacity so organizations can sustain change beyond the engagement.

Includes: toolkits, workshops, leader enablement, change agent development.

Engagement Options

Advisory Projects

Best for organizations needing a focused assessment, strategy, or alignment sprint.

Typical outcomes: a clear diagnosis, roadmap, decision structure, and prioritized plan.

Facilitation and Leadership Alignment Sessions

Best for leadership teams that need structure, clarity, and shared direction.

Typical outcomes: alignment on priorities, roles, decisions, and communication norms.

Retained Advisory

Best for organizations navigating ongoing transition, growth, or complexity.

Typical outcomes: steady guidance, decision support, and sustained alignment over time.

BASYN partners with organizations and teams across sectors, including:

  • nonprofits and mission-driven institutions

  • private

  • education and research environments

  • organizations experiencing rapid growth or transition

We work especially well with leaders who value clarity, depth, and thoughtful execution.

Is BASYN coaching?
No. BASYN is organizational advisory and facilitation designed to support leadership teams and systems-level change.

Do you work with individuals?
Bouabid & Co. offers leadership development and communication advisory for individuals. BASYN focuses on organizational and team-level work.

What’s a typical engagement length?
Engagements range from focused sprints to retained advisory relationships, depending on needs and scope.

Who We Serve