Description Organizational transformation is sometimes necessary for companies to succeed and grow. ...
Description Organizational transformation is sometimes necessary for companies to succeed and grow. However, the changes that such strategies bring need to be planned and managed well for the transition to occur smoothly both for those leading the change as well as for the other employees in the organization. In your initial post, address the following: Next, address the following questions regarding organizational strategy and change management: Have you been impacted by strategic decisions that led to organizational transformation in your current or past workplace or school? If yes, share your experience with how the organizational change was managed, what helped the transition, and what didn't. If you haven't experienced organizational change in real life, imagine a situation where an organization you work for is being restructured. What would you want the organization to do before and during the restructuring to help you with the transition? In your response to two peers, address the following: Compare your experiences related to organizational change management with those of your peers. Do you share the same experience of what worked well and what didn't? Do you think any of the organizational changes in your peers' examples could have been handled better? How? UNFORMATTED ATTACHMENT PREVIEW response to two peers, address the following: Compare your experiences related to organizational change management with those of your peers. Do you share the same experience of what worked well and what didn't? Do you think any of the organizational changes in your peers' examples could have been handled better? How? 1st classmate I manage a mortuary and cemetery, as well as serve as an adjunct instructor of our local Mortuary Science program. I have my AS in Mortuary Science, a BA in Liberal Arts and am (like you!) close to receiving my MBA! The MBA program has provided me with a deeper understanding of programs I use regularly, like Excel and Microsoft Word. But the skills I really value from the program are focused on Change Management and working at a higher level to coordinate and guide a team. After this I am going to look into learning more about teaching online to expand my skills as an instructor. Honestly, it is not something I thought about doing before starting this program, but I have really valued the insight and education I have received online and the idea of teaching in this way does appeal to me! The organization where I work is currently undergoing a transformation with our digital systems. We currently have about 3 or 4 different software systems that we use daily. We constantly have to cross reference the information in each of them to make sure something does not get missed and it can be incredibly time-consuming (not to mention the large margin for errors to happen!). We are currently working to streamline all of our processes and information into one system, which has been interesting. The organization has made efforts to communicate the upcoming changes with everyone and identify “change champions” to assist with the transition. They have also had people who work in the systems daily involved in creating the new system to make sure it has the features we need. All of this has been really helpful in ensuring that everyone knows it will be coming. Another thing that has helped is that they are rolling out one piece at a time. For example, first, they rolled out our scheduling piece. This is the smallest and easiest program to change and it gets people used to the new system and how the changes will happen as we continue in this process with each piece. While the overall communication has been helpful in getting everyone aware that changes are coming, the communication has been a bit clunky and inconsistent. This has left room for speculation about timelines and concerns over what is happening. There are also deadlines and launch dates that have been set and then changed without notification. So while it has been good that there has been communication, we could improve the frequency and quality of the information being shared. 2nd Classmate post. I decided to pursue an MBA to gain a deeper understanding of business strategy and leadership. While I am still very early in my career, I am actively working on gaining the experience needed to one day lead a team. So far, my experience in the MBA program has been both challenging and rewarding. The coursework has broadened my perspective, especially in areas like organizational behavior, strategic management, and leadership. I have a solid understanding of business fundamentals, and I’ve been able to apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, which has been incredibly valuable. My ability to analyze data, make informed decisions, and think critically has improved significantly. One area I hope to continue to develop is leadership, specifically in leading teams through periods of uncertainty and navigating the complexities of corporate transformations. Regarding organizational strategy and change management, my current workplace has been facing a significant shift due to external factors. My organization heavily relies on research and grant funding, and due to recent changes in the government, our funding has been reduced considerably. This has led to major disruptions in our workflow, creating a sense of uncertainty and fear of layoffs among employees. The organization is grappling with managing these financial shifts, and the ambiguity has affected morale and productivity. While upper management has attempted to manage all of the changes and sudden barriers, there is a lack of concrete plans or clear direction about how we will navigate this. If I were part of the leadership team guiding this restructuring process, I would want the organization to focus on a few key actions both before and during the restructuring to ease the transition for employees: Transparent and frequent communication: I’d encourage leadership to communicate openly and regularly about the changes, the reasons behind them, and the steps being taken to manage the situation. This transparency would help reduce fear and insecurity among employees. Employee involvement: Involve employees in the process, whether through surveys, focus groups, or other forms of feedback. This gives employees a voice in the transition and helps them feel more invested in the organization's future. Focus on skill development: Encourage the development of skills that align with the company’s future strategy, helping employees to adapt to the new direction and making them feel like they’re part of the organization’s long-term success. I believe the transition could be smoother, and employees would feel more secure and supported during what is a difficult and uncertain time. Ultimately, managing change is about balancing organizational needs with empathy for the employees who are impacted by those decisions. Purchase answer to see full attachment User generated content is uploaded by users for the purposes of learning and should be used following Studypool's honor code & terms of service.
