Managing Change
Managing change in an organization is
crucial if the business is to move forward with adapting any new structure or
shift in business focus needed to realize its goals of growth and profit
improvement.
Here are a few thoughts on areas
management needs to focus on to implement and manage change in the
organization.
1.
Responsibility.
Clearly
management of change rests at the senior levels of the organization. Employees
have the responsibility to try and accept and help implement changes which need
to be communicated clearly so employees understand the purpose and how it
impacts on their individual roles.
2. Involvement.
Management
should involve employees in the changes – it is never a good idea to just impose change from the top.
3.
Understand
Knowing where
the organization is and understanding where you want to be at a specific time,
why, and what steps are needed to achieve the goal are all critical steps.
4. Plan.
The
organization must develop a plan that is achievable if management is going to
be credible. The plan should set out stages for implementing change in phases
that are not only achievable but measureable.
5.
Communicate
This stage
cannot be overly stressed. Clear communication of objectives, involvement of
people, at the early stages, and enabling of employees will facilitate
involvement and buy in for the company.
It is obvious to most business owners
that people matter. Sometimes however the organization gets lost in plans and
processes rather than facing the difficult and more important people issues.
Making the initial steps to involve the entire organization starting at the top
will help achieve success.
I’m always happy to hear your thoughts.
Gerry@polarisgroupmc.com
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