So, how can we create more active time and focus for change work? Here are some factors we see as crucial:
Leadership needs to see the fantastic opportunity that exists in the connection between active leadership in the business and participation in change work, and the value creation that drives the implementation of the company's strategy.
It is undoubtedly one of the most important success factors in today's ever-changing business environment.
Just like other central parts of the business, such as Supply Chain or Customer Relations, one needs to see change as a value stream where the needs of the external environment are constantly evaluated, translated into a strategy, and delivered in the form of value-creating changes. At ChgMap, we call this value stream Continuous Change.
A vision/strategy that is broken down to a level that everyone understands and can be motivated by. It is also important that the value stream has clearly defined roles/responsibilities based on the value one wants to create.
Everyone in the organization should always know what changes are planned/taking place, why they are being implemented, and how they will affect each individual. The role of leadership is to coach, motivate, and listen. How and when changes can be implemented for maximum value creation is a task for the operational organization and should not be dictated from above.
Collaborative tools connect the activities and information required for everyone to collaborate/communicate optimally throughout the value stream. It is also a prerequisite for evaluating and improving the work process to free up even more time.
