scholarly journals Collaboration, compassion and conversation: Exploring change management trends and strategies

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Corinne Impey

This research project explores current trends in organizational change management as characterized in online business publications. Specifically, with the intention of developing an understanding of current trends, I examine areas of consensus and debate within change management content by analyzing blogs and articles on the topic of organizational change. With a particular emphasis on the role of communication and communicators, the goal is to develop an understanding of how business journalists and bloggers explain the role of communication during times of organizational transition. Developing a greater understanding of current trends in change management has the potential to assist employees who are responsible for implementing change by providing up-to-date insights and best practices for executing change programs. Furthermore, by focusing on the role of communication during and about change efforts, this project could also contribute to an understanding of how professional communicators should engage in organizational change efforts.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Corinne Impey

This research project explores current trends in organizational change management as characterized in online business publications. Specifically, with the intention of developing an understanding of current trends, I examine areas of consensus and debate within change management content by analyzing blogs and articles on the topic of organizational change. With a particular emphasis on the role of communication and communicators, the goal is to develop an understanding of how business journalists and bloggers explain the role of communication during times of organizational transition. Developing a greater understanding of current trends in change management has the potential to assist employees who are responsible for implementing change by providing up-to-date insights and best practices for executing change programs. Furthermore, by focusing on the role of communication during and about change efforts, this project could also contribute to an understanding of how professional communicators should engage in organizational change efforts.


2021 ◽  
pp. 109-125
Author(s):  
Mabel Imbuga ◽  
Daniel N. Sila ◽  
John Wesonga

Abstract This chapter explores the concepts of leadership and change management within the context of transforming Africa's tertiary agricultural education (TAE) sector, and more specifically its universities. Sections 6.2 and 6.3 focus on existing leadership practices in African TAE institutions and a vision for their future transformation. Sections 6.4 and 6.5 more specifically address the role of leadership in effecting this transformation, and best practices for such leadership. Section 6.6 analyses the challenges associated with successfully managing organizational change. Section 6.7 provides a brief conclusion.


2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcos Komodromos ◽  
Daphne Halkias ◽  
Nicholas Harkiolakis

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore and present current trends and developments in the field of managers’ perceptions of trust and the management of change in Cyprus, Greece and Romania, in a period of strategic organizational change. A total of 126 managerial employees (communication managers, operation managers, quality control managers, safety & environmental managers, and office managers) working in different departments of organizations in Cyprus, Greece, and Romania respond and complete the online questionnaire.Design/methodology/approachA qualitative study using an online questionnaire with interview questions was developed to arrive at the study’s findings. To acknowledge relevant perceptions of trust and the management of change during organizational change in different organizations in Cyprus, Greece and Romania, unique questions helped to support the research results and highlight themes that emerged from interview sessions with the study participants.FindingsThe findings highlight the need for organizational leadership to establish mutual trust and effective communication with managerial employees for successful cooperation during times of strategic change and enhanced overall employee performance. This study is relevant for researchers and academics in the areas of change management and communication, presenting current trends and developments in perceptions of trust and change management in Cyprus, Greece and Romania. It may also help them achieve recognition among their peers and colleagues from other disciplines.Research limitations/implicationsAn important implication of the study derives from the finding on the uniqueness of the knowledge and information work carried out by the respondents and the impact that this can have in their working environment and their productivity. As a result of the above, this study provides indications to recruiters and managers regarding a number of desirable and necessary skills, and motivational factors that future employees may need to have or develop in order to carry out their job efficiently and effectively.Practical implicationsResearching managerial employees’ perceptions of trust and the management of change in organizations can have significant implications for human resources management during a time of strategic change.Social implicationsThis research study may contribute to the management and communication area in European countries in stimulating new approaches to management and social issues and in the corporate management practice.Originality/valueThis study produces new knowledge instead of summarizing what is already known in a new form in the area of management and corporate communication. The researcher reports the results in analysis and interprets the results by discussing possible implications and solutions.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudia Alejandra Toscano del Cairo ◽  
Segundo Gonzalo Pazmay Ramos ◽  
Eliana Quiroz González ◽  
Jennifer Tatiana Muñoz Jaramillo ◽  
Carlos Forero Aponte ◽  
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This book is the product of an institutional research project and looks towards making a contribution to those who work in the organizational field. Both organizational change and engagement are important variables in organizations because they are part of a mechanism and, as such, can affect the development and growth of the organization. This book, which addresses various aspects that contribute to give an extensive approach to the topics, allows us to observe how these variables are related to each other. In this way, it starts from the management of human talent in organizations and how positive psychology can be framed in the organizational field. Therefore, what is the role of organizational change, and finally the relationship between the variables under study is presented from the perspective of positive psychology.


MANASA ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 69-86
Author(s):  
Leonardus Dewa Hardana ◽  
Rayini Dahesihsari

Abstract The main challenge for internal change agents is to overcome the ambiguity of their role as members of the organization who at the same time have to manage change in the organization. These challenges lead to the emergence of various boundaries encountered in organizations, which need to be spanned with the right strategy for change to be managed effectively. Unfortunately, there have not been many guidelines and training specifically provided to internal change agents, particularly regarding the constraints encountered and strategies for overcoming those boundaries. Generally, available training programs and guidance provided develop the ability to manage change in general. This self-guided manual for internal change agents aims to develop the ability of internal change agents, especially in overcoming the ambiguity of their role in the organization, by recognizing the boundaries they face and strategies for breaking those boundaries. This guide was developed based on the results of previous research that qualitatively explored the role of internal change agents in managing change in organizations, particularly in recognizing the boundaries encountered and their strategies for breaking boundaries so that organizational change can take place effectively. There are 3 stages carried out, namely 1) preparation, 2) guide development, and 3) evaluation and dissemination. This guidebook with the title “Spanning Boundaries, Becoming a Reliable Internal Change Agent” is organized into 4 parts, namely: Section (1) Organizational Change and the Role of Change Agents, (2) Boundaries Found in Implementing Change, (3) Strategies to Overcome Boundaries, (4) Personal Characters Needed to Overcome Boundaries and How to Develop It. It is hoped that because it is based on empirical data, the guidelines that have been compiled can develop the insight of internal change agents to be able to answer the concrete challenges faced to be able to manage change effectively. Keywords: Self-Guided Manual, Internal Change Agent, Boundary Spanning, Change Management   Abstrak Tantangan utama agen perubahan internal adalah mengatasi ambiguitas perannya sebagai anggota organisasi yang pada saat yang bersamaan harus mengelola perubahan di organisasi. Tantangan ini menyebabkan munculnya berbagai batasan yang ditemui dalam organisasi, yang perlu dapat diretas dengan strategi yang tepat agar perubahan dapat dikelola secara efektif. Sayangnya belum banyak ditemukan panduan dan pelatihan yang khusus diberikan kepada agen perubahan internal, khususnya terkait dengan batasan yang ditemui dan strategi untuk meretas batasan tersebut. Umumnya program pelatihan dan panduan yang diberikan mengembangkan kemampuan mengelola perubahan secara umum. Panduan mandiri (self guided manual) untuk agen perubahan internal ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan kemampuan agen perubahan internal, khususnya dalam mengatasi ambiguitas perannya dalam organisasi, dengan mengenali batasan yang dihadapi serta strategi meretas batasan tersebut. Panduan ini dikembangkan berdasar hasil penelitian yang dilakukan sebelumnya yang mengeksplorasi secara kualitatif peran agen perubahan internal dalam mengelola perubahan dalam organisasi, khususnya dalam mengenali batasan yang ditemui serta strategi mereka dalam meretas batasan agar perubahan organisasi dapat berlangsung secara efektif. Terdapat 3 tahapan yang dijalankan, yakni tahapan 1) persiapan, 2) pengembangan panduan, dan 3) evaluasi dan diseminasi. Panduan dengan judul “Meretas Batasan, Menjadi Agen Perubahan Internal yang Handal” disusun menjadi 4 bagian, yakni: Bagian (1) Perubahan Organisasi dan Peran Agen Perubahan, (2) Boundary yang Ditemui dalam Mengimplementasi Perubahan, (3) Strategi Mengatasi Boundary, (4) Karakter Personal yang Dibutuhkan untuk Mengatasi Boundary dan Cara Mengembangkannya. Diharapkan karena didasarkan pada data empiris, maka panduan yang disusun dapat mengembangkan wawasan agen perubahan internal untuk dapat menjawab tantangan konkrit yang dihadapi agar mampu mengelola perubahan secara efektif. Kata kunci: Panduan Mandiri, Agen Perubahan Internal, Boundary Spanning, Change Management


2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-72
Author(s):  
Rachmad Sobri

This article discusses changes in Islamic education organizations, who raised the role of Islamic education leadership in the change management of mini research education organizations at MTs Al-Mujahirin Patuk Yogyakarta. Basically every organization will make changes in the body of the organization is logical and formal. Good organizational change is a systemic and planned change and requires a top leader to drive a change and be suported by elements within it.


2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-41
Author(s):  
Hafiza Tri Murti ◽  
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Veny Puspita ◽  
Puspa Ratih ◽  
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...  

Abstract The purpose of this study is to examine how information technology and organizational change management can be used to support sustainable business in Bengkulu City MSMEs following Covid-19. To survive the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of information technology and organizational change management is critical, as information technology serves as a manager of the information available at the time. Change management provides a structured approach for assisting individuals within an organization in transitioning from their current state to their desired state. Organizational change management is concerned with identifying groups and individuals who must change. Not only that, organizational change management entails the development of customized plans for successfully implementing the change. The primary objective of change management is to prepare for a smooth, successful transition.


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