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Study GuidePrinciples of Management–Managing Change1. Challenges of Organizational ChangeChange is a normal part of organizational life—but managing it is not easy. In fact,planning andmanaging change, whether it involves culture, technology, or both, is one of the hardest parts of amanager’s job.The better a manager canplan ahead for change, the more successful the outcome will be. Goodplanning helps employees understand what is happening and reduces confusion and resistance.Managers must carefullyidentify why change is neededand then design a clear plan that helps theorganization move smoothly to a new process, structure, or way of working.1.1Why Planning MattersChange rarely happens by accident. When managers take time to anticipate change, they can:•Support employees during the transition•Reduce stress and uncertainty•Improve the chances that the change will succeedCareful diagnosis of the problem and thoughtful planning are key to managing change effectively.1.2Key Dimensions of Organizational ChangeOrganizations can change in many ways, and these changes often connect to one another. Managersneed to understand several important dimensions of change.1. Extent of PlanningExperts disagree on how much change can truly be planned. Even so, managers still play animportant role. They mustcreate conditions that allow change to happen. This includesencouraging openness, flexibility, and readiness among employees.2. Degree of ChangeNot all change is the same size or scope. There are two main types:

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Texas A&M University
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Principles of Management
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Management

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