$7.$ The Systems Model of Change

The Systems Model of Change

A system is a set of interrelated parts that operate together to achieve a common purpose. Systems theory teaches us that change in organizations creates more change. This activity is important because managers need to understand how any change, no matter how small, will ripple throughout an organization.

The goal of this activity is to challenge your knowledge of the systems model of change.

Classify each item as either an input, a target element of change, or an output.

$1.$ These represent four levers that managers may use to diagnose problems.

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$2.$ Asking the question $$why do we need to change?$$

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$3.$ May occur at the organizational, group, or individual level $($or all three$).$

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$4.$ Included here are people, organizational arrangements, methods, and social factors

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$5.$ Alignment with the organization$$s mission, vision, and strategic plan are key.

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$6.$ It is important to remember that changes in one element will ripple across the entire organization.

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$7.$ Most difficult to effect at the organizational level

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$8.$ People are ultimately affected, regardless of what the change is$.$

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$9.$ Asking the question $$what results do we want from the change?$$

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$10.$ Readiness for change is key.