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Approaches to Managing Organizational Change

Managing organizational changes effectively requires a thoughtful and strategic approach.

Here are some key approaches to consider when managing organizational changes:-

Lewin`s Force Field Model:

Lewin’s force field model is a change management model that can be used to analyze and manage the forces that influence change in organizations.

• This model identifies two types of forces:

  • Driving Forces: They are the forces that push the organization towards change
  • Restraining Forces: They are the forces that resist change

» It has three steps:

Lewin`s Force Field Model

Unfreezing:

It is the process of disrupting the organization’s equilibrium and creating a need for change. This can be done by communicating the need for change, creating a sense of urgency, and removing obstacles to change.

Movement/change:

It is the process of implementing the change. This can be done by developing a plan for change, communicating the plan to employees, and providing training and support to employees.

Refreezing:

It is the process of restoring the organization to equilibrium at a new level. This can be done by reinforcing the new behaviors and norms, and by celebrating successes.

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