Table of Contents Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Company Overview 2 Restructuring Change 3 Change Challenges of Downsizing 5 Images of Change 6 Pressures to Change 6 Market Decline Pressure 6 Fashion Pressures 7 Mandated Pressures 7 Result of Change 7 Conclusion 8 References 9 Abstract This paper explores the change that General Motors faced after the economic recession and credit crisis that began in 2007. This pushed GM to request assistance from the U.S. Treasury which resulted in the
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Issues (Change and Organizational Development) As organizations evolve and come to be seen as dynamic‚ coping systems‚ the concept of how they change and methods by which they manage change has continued to be refined. (Rafe Harwood‚ ND) The organizational change can be structural change‚ technology‚ people or task. Managing a process of change in an organization can be a highly complex task and is often essential for effective organizational development (OD). The forces to boost the change in an
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I believe that in large measure what makes an organization successful in meeting the needs of its various constituencies is its distinctiveness. Organizations that have strong and unique cultures generally experience excellent performance which implies why many of the most successful organizations today are thriving and growing because‚ in large part‚ of their unique and strong styles and values towards corporate culture. Yet these same conditions pose a critical set of challenges but yet retain
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Communicating the Factors for OIS and XTC to consider To ensure that the change processes are transitioned as smoothly as possible‚ it is recommended that all three OD based planned changes are well in accordance with the guidance provided as top level support is essential in guaranteeing that the changes would be successfully implemented or failing which would have enormous repercussions. Is change necessary? Change comes from both internal and external factors through either technological‚ social
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Organization Structures Geographic Organizational Structure is used for organizations that have offices or business units in different geographic locations. Customer Organizational Structure an example of this would be in healthcare. A patient seen as an outpatient has very different needs than those of patients who spend time in the hospital as inpatients. A customer centered structure creates customized care for those patients. The advantage of this type of structure is that it specializes in
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Chapter 07 - Designing Organizational Structure Chapter 07 Designing Organizational Structure CHAPTER CONTENTS Learning Objectives Key Definitions/Terms Chapter Overview Lecture Outline Management in Action Building Management Skills Small Group Breakout Exercise Be the Manager Case in the News 1 Chapter 07 - Designing Organizational Structure LEARNING OBJECTIVES LO 7-1. Identify the factors that influence managers’ choice of an organizational structure. LO 7-2. Explain
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New Balance Situation Analysis New Balance International was founded during the early 1990s specializing in orthopedic footware to improve the fit of their shoes. Today the company continues its founding values in a highly specialized niche business of providing athletic footware in a wide range of widths and sizes which distinguishes the product from its competitors. With the philosophy of “one size did not fit all‚” New Balance expanded operation from the US and currently markets its
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Organizational Culture and Change Management - Organizational Culture – Nature – Culture’s Functions - Approaches to Managing Organizational Change – Lewin’s Model – Kotter’s Plan for Implementing Change – Organizational Development Techniques. Organizational Culture and Change Management Institutionalization: A Forerunner of Culture • Viewing organizations as cultures—where there is a system of shared meaning among members—is a relatively recent phenomenon Definition: Institutionalization
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TASK 1: ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE The health care environment is operated using unique structure. It involves a clear set strategy that ensures there is efficient communication. The information can be passed downwards or upwards. The coordination at various levels of management ensures that an organization meets its objectives. The structure of a health care environment can be understood through the close observation of key organizational activities (Weaver et al.‚ 2016‚ 34). The order of command
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When you get a new pet you need a few things on hand but you can feel a bit lost when you walk into the pet store packed with endless choices. With great love and care we look for the best we can for our pets and wonder "did I get EVERYTHING we need?" Or we sit and wonder do I need this for my pet or is it unnecessary? When you’re getting a new dog for the first time you have so many questions. Here are the top ten things you need for your new dog to help him feel safe and welcome‚ keeping training
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