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- 1. Multimedia PresentationOrganizational ProfileEDUC – 6105-5Created and Narrated bySasha TarantoWeek Seven ~ August 2010
- 2. IntroductionJames Allen Inc. is a family-owned heavy construction firm with over 4 decades of innovation and experience in heavy-highway bridge and roadway construction in Texas.
- 3. History and StructureInnovation, hard work, and integrity are the keys to James Allen Inc. success, they have delivered world-class solutions to projects of every size, in every market. No project seems to be too challenging or unique, too big or small. Enforcement of their goals for every project are the same — build it safely, on time, on budget and with no surprises. Customer base includes: United States Air Force
- 4. Department of Transportation
- 5. United States Corps of Engineers
- 6. International Corporations who operate facilities in TexasOrganizational CultureThe people and organizational culture are defined by a few basic characteristics. Drive to excel
- 7. Determination to perform
- 8. Actively explore new ideas
- 9. Willingness to take on challengesAn enthusiastic, hardworking and committed staff strives toward quality and excellence. This organizational culture has propelled them to exceed their competitors for several years.
- 10. Organizational Culture (continued)Associates are experts and possess thehighest industry percentages with: Graduate level personnel
- 12. Senior level experienceThis organizational culture boasts more than being just an 8 to 5 job, this is a life style that brings a community of people together that share pride in their business, city, and clientele.
- 13. Change ProcessTechnological advances in regards to higher level software suites for departments that dealt with financial aspects were implemented. Software Suite Upgrade
- 14. Communicate, Streamline, and Unify
- 15. Accounting, Estimating, and Production
- 16. Three departments need to work collaboratively rather than independently
- 17. Reduce dependency on paperChange ImplementationJames Allen Inc., purchased and implemented: Professional training and support package
- 18. Weekly meetings with all three departments affectedActions TakenRe-engineering is a strategic asset, which through proper planning, evaluation and execution can enable a company to achieve its business objectives. Improve inefficiencies
- 19. Customer service
- 20. Profitability
- 21. Value for the company Key personnel are aware that changetakes time, and intended to remain clear about the needs, explain why the changes are necessary, they were able to setup boundaries and guidelines for the work flow pattern and created flow charts to show the sections how they interconnected.
- 22. Resistance to Change Different use of application development tools
- 23. Unification of departments
- 24. New structured method
- 25. Shift of team members
- 26. Varied skilled team membersSustaining the Change Collaborative efforts
- 27. Senior management commitment
- 29. Clear user requirements and specifications
- 30. Exemplary project planning and use of the Kotter’s Model
- 31. Immediate resolution to any project team issues / conflict resolution
- 32. Realization that the software was a streamlined and effective method to handle financialsEvaluation Methods were in place to keep track on the goal, discuss the vision, and address any situations that were coming up with the unification of the departments, giving the teams the time to hash out any inefficient processes
- 33. During post implementation the request was to have any persistent issues addressed with the software to further enhance the product at a later date Reflection Never underestimate the impact of change
- 34. Be aware of your people and the psychology of the situation
- 35. Keep track of progress on the three departments
- 36. Inquire on the overall efficiencies
- 37. Improve processesConclusionThe end result proved to be an achievement attributed to: Persistent communication
- 38. Tools needed in place
- 39. Professional technical support
- 40. Adaptable and organized peopleJames Allen Inc. was able to sustainthe change though understanding that change is a process and approached all aspects systematicallyin an effort to ensure it took hold in each department.