This document discusses change management and why organizations need to get involved in managing change. It provides definitions of key change management terms and outlines several important aspects of effective change management, including:
1. Managing change is important for improving organizational performance. It requires a deliberate process that addresses the need for change and creates positive motivation.
2. Change management requires establishing clear guidelines, forming a team with authority to make strategic decisions, and communicating effectively to implement changes successfully.
3. Leadership plays a key role in change management by establishing credibility, defining the vision for change, and guiding employees through different phases from preparing for change to after the change is implemented.
4. For change management to be successful at the individual