Restraining forces Flashcards
Define restraining forces
Restraining forces are factors that repress or resist the pressures for change, they act to hinder the progress of change or prevent it from occurring
Define managers as a driving force
Mangers are responsible for achieving an organisation’s objectives.
To overcome managers as a restraining force…
they could be provided with support or incentives to assist them to support the change.
Define employees as a restraining force
Employees are the people who are paid a wage or salary by a business in exchange for their labour.
To overcome employees as a restraining force…
management must ensure that the employees:
- Understand the need for the change
- Are consulted about the change
- Are provided with appropriate support and training
Define time as a restraining force
A lack of time may prevent a business from introducing a change or making the most of an opportunity. There must be sufficient time to plan, consult, seek feedback and implement a change for it to be successful.
To overcome time as a restraining force…
a business may consider introducing change in stages or outsource some functions. It is therefore essential for a business to be proactive and anticipate change, so there is enough time to make the necessary changes.
Define organisational inertia as a restraining force
Organisational inertia refers to a business’s inability to react to internal and external pressures to change. This may be due to a traditional or conservative culture where management remains rigid in its thinking.
To overcome organisational inertia as a restraining force…
To overcome this restraining force, a business may need to consider a change in leadership, restructure the business or undertake a cultural change.
Define legislation as a driving force
Some laws may exist or be introduced and prevent or restrict change from occurring in a business.
To overcome legislation as a restraining force…
a business may need to adjust processes and policies to accommodate the law.
Define financial considerations as a restraining force
Financial considerations refer to the cost and revenue issues faced by a business, or the availability of finance when implementing change. The financial cost associated with implementing a change may make the change not viable. A business must perform a cost-benefit analysis to determine whether to proceed with the change.
To overcome financial considerations as a restraining force…
As increasing costs may impact revenue and ultimately profits in the short-term, a business may need additional sources of finance to proceed with a change
