Methods of that managers use to implement changes - Explanation

Question 1

What is Action-Centred ?

Answer 1

• Once the problem is identified possible solutions are discussed
• Businesses will pilot one solution in a targeted small area
• Depending on its success it is either implemented or an alternative solution is looked for

Question 2

What is Negotiated ?

Answer 2

• Reached through a bargaining process between employees, employers and other stakeholders
• Communication flows both ways with managers making use of employees ideas and opinions
• Trade unions may be involved to ensure all employees are heard

Question 3

What is participative ?

Answer 3

• Change is the result of discussion and consensus among all involved
• This shows trust between managers and employees, employees are free to discuss their jobs and ideas
• There is a lot of communication and Co-operation within the team
• Feedback is used for problem solving and so people involved will be committed to implementing change.
• Motivation increases as employees feel empowered as they are a part of the process

Question 4

What is Piecemeal ?

Answer 4

• This is small incremental changes being made over time
• This builds confidence within the business as taking small steps is seen as less risky
• If a change is not working out it can be reversed before the whole change is complete

Question 5

What is Top-down ?

Answer 5

• Management decide what to do, it is imposed on the business and its employees
• Communication is directed from the top, little to no attention is paid to the idea of employees
• Normally used for big one-off changes in response to an emergency or when change needs to be brought quickly