Change and Readiness
A Major Strategic Issue for Every Organization
Background on Change and Readiness
We have explored Change Leadership and Management in many settings. Organizations tackle modest changes on a regular basis. They also consider bolder changes when they are challenged. The question of readiness is one that tests the judgment of individuals, strategic teams, and the organization as a whole. Are we ready for what, and where, and when? Do we have the capacity to match our strategic intent, our mission command, our operating goals? These are among the most basic questions that shape the conversation on change and readiness.
The common denominators of the most effective Change and Readiness conversations come down to three key drivers, and the broader need to:
- Start with Perspective. Think
From Hindsight to Foresight … What kind of change, why, and where, when and how? Challenges? Variables? Range of Consequences? - Work with Options, Options, Options
There are always more options than meet the eye, more paths to more points of leverage, good answers to challenges. More room for options. - Execute, Adapt, and Respond
Execution strength comes from positive habits and practices, structure, adaptive mindset, engagement, order and arrangement, good tracking.
These are part of building strong value propositions for change that are profitable, resource efficient, and sustainable downstream. These Change Drivers are shaped by the organization’s view of the dual-dynamics of strategy: taking care of today — while getting ready for tomorrow.
