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What aspect of organisational culture can hinder the adoption of new technologies?
What aspect of organisational culture can hinder the adoption of new technologies?
- Encouragement of innovation
- Collaboration among employees
- Prioritisation of traditional practices (correct)
- Openness to change
Which is a benefit of having a diverse workforce during times of change?
Which is a benefit of having a diverse workforce during times of change?
- Enhanced innovation and creativity (correct)
- Simplified communication processes
- Increased resistance to change
- Uniform problem-solving approaches
What must managers assess regarding organisational culture when managing change?
What must managers assess regarding organisational culture when managing change?
- Whether the culture supports or obstructs desired changes (correct)
- If the culture prioritises employee autonomy
- If the culture encourages rigid compliance
- How the culture influences customer perceptions
What is a potential challenge of managing diversity during change?
What is a potential challenge of managing diversity during change?
What indicates a need for organisational change based on performance metrics?
What indicates a need for organisational change based on performance metrics?
How can managers create a culture conducive to change?
How can managers create a culture conducive to change?
What should managers do to harness the strengths of a diverse workforce during change?
What should managers do to harness the strengths of a diverse workforce during change?
Which statement accurately describes the importance of organisational culture during change?
Which statement accurately describes the importance of organisational culture during change?
Which internal factor is most likely to indicate a need for change within an organization?
Which internal factor is most likely to indicate a need for change within an organization?
What role do managers play in the process of organizational change?
What role do managers play in the process of organizational change?
How can a culture of open feedback influence change in an organization?
How can a culture of open feedback influence change in an organization?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an internal factor influencing change?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an internal factor influencing change?
What effect can chaotic internal processes have on change implementation?
What effect can chaotic internal processes have on change implementation?
Why is it essential to understand internal drivers of change?
Why is it essential to understand internal drivers of change?
Which internal factor can contribute to a continuous flow of improvement?
Which internal factor can contribute to a continuous flow of improvement?
What is a consequence of ongoing conversations within the workplace during change?
What is a consequence of ongoing conversations within the workplace during change?
What is a primary consequence of internal chaos in an organization?
What is a primary consequence of internal chaos in an organization?
Which strategy can be used to address identified internal issues?
Which strategy can be used to address identified internal issues?
What should be prioritized when developing change strategies for an organization?
What should be prioritized when developing change strategies for an organization?
Why is it important to pay attention to ongoing conversations within an organization?
Why is it important to pay attention to ongoing conversations within an organization?
How can organizations ensure the change process is effective?
How can organizations ensure the change process is effective?
Which of the following is NOT typically an indicator of poor organisational performance?
Which of the following is NOT typically an indicator of poor organisational performance?
What could be a consequence of ineffective governance in an organisation?
What could be a consequence of ineffective governance in an organisation?
In assessing emerging strategies, it is essential to evaluate how which of the following factors may impact strategic direction?
In assessing emerging strategies, it is essential to evaluate how which of the following factors may impact strategic direction?
Which method can help foster a culture of innovation within an organisation?
Which method can help foster a culture of innovation within an organisation?
What is one effective way to understand the reasons behind high employee attrition?
What is one effective way to understand the reasons behind high employee attrition?
What is essential to consider when identifying key internal factors influencing change?
What is essential to consider when identifying key internal factors influencing change?
Which method can be used to gather qualitative information about internal factors?
Which method can be used to gather qualitative information about internal factors?
Which factor is crucial for aligning internal structures with emerging strategies?
Which factor is crucial for aligning internal structures with emerging strategies?
What can be concluded from consistently high employee turnover rates?
What can be concluded from consistently high employee turnover rates?
Why is it important to assess organisational culture when managing change?
Why is it important to assess organisational culture when managing change?
How does a diverse workforce impact an organisation's ability to embrace change?
How does a diverse workforce impact an organisation's ability to embrace change?
How should an organisation ideally gather feedback to drive performance improvement?
How should an organisation ideally gather feedback to drive performance improvement?
Which internal factor specifically relates to how employees interact and adapt to changes?
Which internal factor specifically relates to how employees interact and adapt to changes?
What should be included when assessing diversity and inclusion in an organisation?
What should be included when assessing diversity and inclusion in an organisation?
What is one way to gather employee insights about organisational change?
What is one way to gather employee insights about organisational change?
What aspect of employee feedback is critical for managing change in an organisation?
What aspect of employee feedback is critical for managing change in an organisation?
What can poor performance indicate within an organization?
What can poor performance indicate within an organization?
As a manager, how often should performance data be monitored?
As a manager, how often should performance data be monitored?
Which factor might signal the need for an emerging strategy within an organization?
Which factor might signal the need for an emerging strategy within an organization?
What does effective governance ensure for an organization?
What does effective governance ensure for an organization?
What might prompt a review of existing governance structures?
What might prompt a review of existing governance structures?
What role does feedback play in organizational change?
What role does feedback play in organizational change?
What is a crucial responsibility for managers regarding strategic goals?
What is a crucial responsibility for managers regarding strategic goals?
How can changes in governance impact an organization?
How can changes in governance impact an organization?
Flashcards
Organizational Culture
Organizational Culture
The values, beliefs, and practices that shape how an organization operates and how its employees interact.
Organizational Diversity
Organizational Diversity
The presence of different viewpoints, backgrounds, and experiences within an organization.
Organizational Performance
Organizational Performance
The level of success an organization achieves in its goals and objectives.
Emerging Strategy
Emerging Strategy
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Feedback and Ideas
Feedback and Ideas
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Employee Dynamics
Employee Dynamics
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Merging Strategy
Merging Strategy
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High Employee Attrition
High Employee Attrition
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Change-Friendly Culture
Change-Friendly Culture
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Rigid Culture
Rigid Culture
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Diversity
Diversity
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Leading Change in a Diverse Environment
Leading Change in a Diverse Environment
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Assessing Culture for Change
Assessing Culture for Change
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Fostering Inclusivity During Change
Fostering Inclusivity During Change
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Poor Performance
Poor Performance
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Governance
Governance
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Feedback, Ideas and Innovation
Feedback, Ideas and Innovation
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What are some reasons for poor performance?
What are some reasons for poor performance?
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Why might a company need to adopt a new strategy?
Why might a company need to adopt a new strategy?
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What might lead to changes in governance?
What might lead to changes in governance?
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How do managers play a role in governance changes?
How do managers play a role in governance changes?
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Internal chaos
Internal chaos
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Investigating conversations
Investigating conversations
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Change Strategies
Change Strategies
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Prioritizing and Planning
Prioritizing and Planning
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Stakeholder Involvement
Stakeholder Involvement
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Identify Key Internal Factors
Identify Key Internal Factors
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Gather Data and Information
Gather Data and Information
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Analyze Organizational Culture
Analyze Organizational Culture
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Assess Diversity and Inclusion
Assess Diversity and Inclusion
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Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths and Weaknesses
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Employee Satisfaction
Employee Satisfaction
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Cultural Transformation
Cultural Transformation
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Training Programs
Training Programs
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Reviewing Organizational Performance
Reviewing Organizational Performance
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Examining Emerging Strategies
Examining Emerging Strategies
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Aligning Internal Operations with New Strategy
Aligning Internal Operations with New Strategy
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Assessing Governance and Leadership
Assessing Governance and Leadership
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Analyzing Feedback and Innovation
Analyzing Feedback and Innovation
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Utilizing Feedback for Improvement
Utilizing Feedback for Improvement
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Addressing Attrition and Satisfaction
Addressing Attrition and Satisfaction
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Analyzing Employee Turnover
Analyzing Employee Turnover
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Study Notes
Internal Factors Driving Change in Organisations
- Internal factors significantly influence organizational change
- Understanding these factors helps managers identify areas needing change and navigate challenges
- Organizational culture (shared values, beliefs, practices) is a crucial internal factor
- Supportive cultures facilitate change, while resistant ones hinder it
- Cultures open to innovation, continuous learning, and adaptability are more receptive to change
- Performance levels are a trigger for change
- Low performance metrics (profitability, efficiency, customer satisfaction) highlight areas needing improvement
- High performance can lead to reassessing current strategies or seeking further opportunities
- Diversity in the workforce can influence change
- Diverse teams bring varied perspectives, experiences, and ideas driving innovation and creativity
- Managing diverse perspectives requires careful leadership to ensure effective communication and decision-making
- Strategy (structure, processes, goals) evolves with market conditions and business needs
- Merging strategy often involves changes to structure, processes, or goals.
- Managers need to ensure everyone understands their role in the new strategy
- Feedback, ideas, and innovation drive change
- Open communication and valuing employee input helps generate innovative ideas
- Identifying and addressing inefficiencies is also important aspect for change
- Attrition (employee turnover) can indicate a need for change
- Frequent turnover points to dissatisfaction, poor organizational culture, or insufficient management
- Strategies can be implemented to retain talent and improve morale
- Chaos and ongoing conversations in the workplace can impact change
- Disorganization or lack of clear direction can hinder productivity.
- Open communication allows managers to understand and address concerns, frustrations, or suggestions.
- Governance changes can necessitate change:
- Modifications to management regulations, or shifts in leadership require changes to existing structures
- Effective governance upholds regulations, ethics, and strategic objectives
- Analyzing changing internal factors is crucial for informed decision-making
- Systematically identifying key factors and gathering relevant data on organizational culture, performance, strategy, governance etc. aids in understanding the need for changes.
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