Organizational Change and Development
Ghana Christian University College
Organizational Behavior
SDM 201222101004
Lecturer: Ms. Caroline Aggrey- Fynn
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Date : 18th December, 2015

Table of Content pg
Introduction
Definition of Organizational Change
Types of Organizational Change
Causes of Organizational Change
Importance of Organizational Change
Resistance to Organizational Change
Conclusion
References

Introduction Organizational change is very important in organizations of today. It is actually a process in which an organization optimizes performance as it works toward its ideal state. However, it occurs as a reaction to an ever-changing environment, a response to a current crisis situation, or is triggered by a leader. For organizational change to be successful, it is not only the process of adjustment but requires sufficient managing capabilities. To be ahead of competition, companies need to look ways to do things more efficiently and cost effectively.
However, there is no need to fear change; instead businesses should embrace as a way to lay the foundations for enduring success. Definition of Organizational Change According to Grimsley (2015), “organizational change is both the process in which an organization changes its structure, strategies, operational methods, technologies, or organizational culture to affect change within the organization and the effects of these changes on the organization”. It can be continuous or occur for distinct periods of time. Jones (2004), “organizational change is a process in which an organization optimizes performance as it works toward becoming its ideal state”. This occurs as a reaction to an ever- changing environment or as a response to a current crisis situation.
Types of Organizational Change