Change Management __ The Heart Of Project Management

What is the change? Why should it be given importance? What are the outcomes?

This I will explain through project experience.

Characteristics

• Imaginable – conveys a picture of what the future will look like
• Desirable – appeals to the long-term interests of employees, customers, stakeholders, etc.
• Feasible – comprises realistic, obtainable goals
• Focused – clear enough to provide guidance in decision making
• Flexible – General enough to allow initiative and alternative responses

• Employee resistance
• Communication breakdown
• Insufficient time devoted to training
• Staff turnover during transition
• Costs exceeded budget
• Uncommitted sponsor
In one of my projects these characteristics were implemented & a lot of stress given to this. We procured new Extrusion machine & did internal R&D thus increased the production to 6% more than the rated capacity of the machine thus with the same amount we were 6% ahead of our competitors in every aspect.

WHERE TO START?

Before embarking on a change initiative, spend some time answering the questions below to assess how you feel about the change. Consider the following questions to help you gauge your preparedness for the initiative:

• Do I know the changes, their impact, rationale and benefits?
• Could I explain them to anyone I work with?
• Do I believe the change is worthwhile?
• How is the change impacting my existing workload?
• How can I communicate the need for change, the first steps, how people will be supported, and when we have achieved quick wins?
• Are there other parallel projects that will have an impact on the changes I’m managing?
• Will the changes impact the same group?
• Can we combine forces and integrate plans and communication?
• What changes will happen and when?
• Has change successfully occurred in these groups in the past?
• Can we learn from what did or did not work well?
• What level of trust exists between groups and how can this be improved?
• When is communication necessary?
• How can I make the messages clear, interesting, and engaging?

Thus this way we achieved a brand name by the change management.

Thanking You for giving your precious time, looking forward for your suggestion for improvement.

Pawan

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