Chapter 9 Discussion Topics

Discussion/ Debate topics

  • Working with change you have experienced, map the approach taken against the dimensions identified in Stace’s model (Figure 9.1) and explain the reasons for your categorization. What are your views regarding the impact and appropriateness of the approach which was adopted?
  • Most organizations take a directive approach to change even when appearing to engage staff in the change. Discuss.
  • Are BPR, Lean and Six Sigma fundamentally different methods or variations of the same thing?
  • When might Kotter’s framework for planned change implementation help most and least and why?
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