Built To Change

Edward E Lawler & Christopher G Worley

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In this groundbreaking book, organizational effectiveness experts Edward Lawler and Christopher Worley show how organizations can be “built to change” so they can last and succeed in today’s global economy. Instead of striving to create a highly reliable Swiss watch that consistently produces the same behavior, they argue organizations need to be designed in ways that stimulate and facilitate change. Built to Change focuses on identifying practices and designs that organizations can adopt so that they are able to change. As Lawler and Worley point out, organizations that foster continuous change

  • Are closely connected to their environments
  • Reward experimentation
  • Learn about new practices and technologies
  • Commit to continuously improving performance
  • Seek temporary competitive advantages

What will you learn from this book

  1. Organizational Agility: The book emphasizes the importance of organizational agility, or the ability to quickly adapt to change, as a key factor in success.

  2. Strategic Planning: Organizations need to engage in strategic planning processes that are flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances.

  3. Leadership: Effective leadership is critical in driving organizational change and fostering a culture of adaptability.

  4. Organizational Structure: Organizations should design their structures to be flexible and responsive to change, with a focus on empowering employees to make decisions.

  5. Culture: Building a culture that embraces change and innovation is essential for organizations that want to be built to change.

  6. Employee Engagement: Engaging employees in the change process and providing them with the tools and resources they need to adapt is crucial.

  7. Learning and Development: Organizations should prioritize continuous learning and development to ensure that employees have the skills and knowledge needed to adapt to change.

  8. Technology: Leveraging technology can help organizations become more agile and responsive to change.

  9. Customer Focus: Organizations should be customer-focused, anticipating and responding to changing customer needs and preferences.

  10. Measurement and Feedback: Regularly measuring performance and soliciting feedback can help organizations identify areas for improvement and make necessary changes.

Language English
ISBN-10 0787980617
ISBN-13 9780787980610
No of pages 334
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Jossey-Bass
Published Date 17 Mar 2006

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