If you were to start over today would you choose the same structure for your organization that you currently have ? If your answer is no , are you willing to make significant changes ? If you truly aren ’ t willing to move much beyond the status quo , then this article isn ’ t for you . However , if you are willing to make big , impactful changes , and really take a hard look at how you are structured , then read on .
Reorganization is a common occurrence in many organizations as the goals and personnel of the organization change . They might rearrange a position here and there or shuffle a few responsibilities from one area to the other and that generally works fine . However , once in a while it will be useful to dig a bit further into how the organization operates and if there are major changes that need to be made to keep up with our ever-changing world .
Transforming your organization requires more than just taking the time to set a few goals for the upcoming year and then allocating people and assets to accomplish those goals . Transformation necessitates that an organization find time to step outside of the current reality and look at other possibilities and be willing to implement those possibilities if that is the right thing to do .
When might you undertake a potentially transformational look at your organization ? There are a few key circumstances that might trigger a transformational planning process . Turnover at the very senior positions of the organization , major changes in industry standards or requirements , dramatic changes in need for your product or service , or new product lines or services are all valid reasons for taking a hard look . Additionally , maybe it ’ s just been awhile since you examined why you are doing business they way you are doing it .
Align had the opportunity to assess our organization and how we want to operate . Over the years , we have continued to grow our consulting and program management services under a traditional top-down structure that was in place when we opened . When our COO and CEO retired , it was time to examine more closely what the best structure was for meeting the needs of our clients and employees .
We realized we had organically begun to operate more like a partnership structure . Thus , we put together a structure where the operations are overseen by a managing director ( we are a non-profit corporation ) and the strategy and leadership of the organization is overseen by the full management team . This creates a need for more communication and coordination to keep us all moving in the same direction , but it allows all of us to work together better on our clients and provide the very best service possible .
Transformation is a scary thing , but if done correctly , can provide organizations with the opportunity they need to continue to build and grow their organization to meet the needs of their customers and community .
Are you ready to examine if transformational change is right for your organization ? We ’ ve been through it and want to share our experience and expertise . We mean it when we say ; One Goal . One Team .
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