Companies invest significant time, money, and energy into designing a new structure that looks great on paper, but the reality often falls short. Research shows that 80% of these efforts fail to deliver their hoped-for value within the time planned and 60% result in lost productivity. That’s because effective organizational change goes beyond new org charts and reporting lines.
All too often, leaders focus on structure instead of how people will actually work within it. Without intentional leadership guiding the transition, organizations risk employee disengagement, productivity loss, and attrition. Change management plays a fundamental role in helping organizations move from strategy to execution while ensuring that employees remain engaged.
In this article for Change Management Review, Riley Smith explains why effective organizational change requires more than just a new org chart. You’ll learn how change managers can:
- Support leaders in guiding their teams through transition
- Anticipate trade-offs and mitigate resistance
- Activate the workforce with clear expectations and ongoing support
- Reinforce cultural and behavioral shifts for long-term success
Read the full article on Change Management Review.
