Implementing Change: Note

Highlights the challenges in implementing major change in an organization. It first describes the common pitfalls so that implementors be “forewarned”. Next, it characterizes the guidelines for successful implementation of the “Ten Commandments”, and provides a step-by-step approach for managers. Also concluded that the reaction is a combination of science and art of planning and flexibility. The role of middle managers as implementers is very stressed.

Highlights the challenges in implementing major change in an organization. It first describes the common pitfalls so that implementors be “forewarned”. Next, it characterizes the guidelines for successful implementation of the “Ten Commandments”, and provides a step-by-step approach for managers. Also concluded that the reaction is a combination of science and art of planning and flexibility. The role of the middle manager as implementer is available throughout the building.
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Todd D. Jick
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Publication Date: Apr 22, 1991. Prod #: 491114-PDF-ENG
Implementing Change: Note HBR case solution