Reevaluating Change Management: Is it Overrated?
Navigating the Pitfalls of Digital Strategy Implementation
Achieving Digital Transformation Success: The Power of Realistic Approaches
Why Do Organizations Pursue Digital Transformations?
Time to Rethink Our Approach: Moving Beyond “Digital Transformation” and “Digital Strategy
In recent years, the business world has been abuzz with terms like “digital transformation” and “digital strategy.” These concepts, once groundbreaking, have saturated corporate dialogues to the point of becoming clichés. However, it’s time we move beyond these buzzwords and rethink our approach to integrating digital technology into business. Here’s why and how.
The 5 Most Important Steps to An Organizational Change Management Strategy and Plan
One of our primary service offerings is change management. We assist clients undergoing digital and business transformations by supporting their change management initiatives. Our goal is to ensure these change initiatives are managed effectively and achieve success. We have observed that many organizations, as well as individuals, often find the concept of change management daunting. The plethora of tactics available and the various training courses can lead to confusion. To address this, I aim to simplify change management by presenting five essential steps. These steps are crucial in ensuring the success of your change initiatives.
How to Uncover Organizational Resistance to Change [Top Warning Signs of Hidden Employee Resistance]
When working with global organizations on initiatives such as digital transformations, business transformations, or any change initiatives, we frequently encounter executives who believe that change resistance will not be an issue. They often claim their teams are adaptable and that significant investment in change management is unnecessary. Instead of merely pointing out the oversight, this discussion aims to highlight the subtle indicators of change resistance. These overlooked signs can be strong predictors of impending challenges.
It’s NEVER Too Late to Begin Organizational Change Management on a Digital Transformation!
The purpose of this discussion is to outline what can be done if you find yourself in this position—already downstream in the digital transformation journey and just starting with change management. There is both good news and bad news in this context. I intend to provide a roadmap to help you navigate this situation.
Debunking Common Myths About Organizational Change Management During Digital Transformation
Over the years, my experience in change management has consistently fascinated me. It is a discipline that is frequently misunderstood and often overlooked. Even when it does receive the attention it deserves, numerous misconceptions and myths surround it. Today, I will discuss the five most common misconceptions you should be aware of regarding change management.
Change Management Strategy Mistakes to Avoid During Digital Transformation
Perhaps the biggest mistake we see with change management programs and digital transformations is just a lack of a change program or a change strategy at all. Oftentimes, organizations get started on the transformation, they go out and evaluate software, and they start implementing. Then, they wait until some sort of resistance starts to form, or until they realize that the change is going to be a little bit more difficult than they thought, and only then do they try to play catch-up by implementing a change strategy and plan. This is after it’s too late and after they’ve already caused delays because now people are starting to resist and push back on the project. Probably the biggest mistake we see is project teams and organizations that don’t have a change strategy or a change plan, which creates a lot of other problems that I’ll talk about throughout the rest of this video.
Why it’s Important to Upskill your Employees in a Digital Transformation
There are many reasons why upskilling your employees is important. Perhaps the most important reason is that it helps to keep your team relevant in an ever-changing marketplace. In today’s business world, change is the only constant. Technology is constantly evolving and new industries are popping up all the time. To stay ahead of the […]
7 Reasons Why Employees Leave During a Digital Transformation
Digital transformations are often associated with a high level of stress for everyone involved. Employees may feel like they are constantly being asked to learn new things, while also dealing with the pressure of meeting new targets. Stakeholders may be worried about the impact of change on their jobs, or the potential for project failure. […]
Attachment Theory in the Workplace – Why 37% of People Resist Change More than Others
Attachment theory posits that people have a natural tendency to form close relationships with others and that these relationships are important in shaping our behavior and personality. In the workplace, attachment theory can help explain why some employees are resistant to change or new ideas or technology, while others seem to adapt more easily. Attachment […]
10 Tips for Building a Strong Organizational Change Management Plan
These tips and tactics will help you build a strong organizational change management plan for your next digital transformation or business initiative.