Change

Transform your organization with speed and efficiency using this insightful new resourceIncremental improvement is no longer sufficient in helping organizations navigate the complexity, uncertainty and volatility of today's world. In Change: How Organizations Achieve Hard-to-Imagine Results in Uncertain and Volatile Times, authors John P. Kotter, Vanessa Akhtar, and Gaurav Gupta explore how to create non-linear, dramatic change in your organization. You'll discover the emerging science of change that teaches us about how to build organizations - from businesses to governments - that change and adapt rapidly.In Change you'll discover:* Why the ability of organizations to deal with threats and take advantage of opportunities in the face of ever greater complexity and uncertainty is being severely challenged* In-depth, evidence-based, actionable solutions for dealing with institutional resistance to change* Case studies and success stories that describe organizations who have successfully built the ability to change quickly into their DNA* A universal approach for how to dramatically improve outcomes from various change efforts, including: strategy execution, digital transformation, restructuring, and morePerfect for managers, executives, and leaders at companies of all types and sizes, Change will also prove to be a valuable asset to other professionals who serve these organizations. This book is for anyone seeking a proven approach for delivering fast, sustainable and comprehensive results.

Preface ixPart I Introduction 1Chapter 1 Threats and Opportunities in a Rapidly Changing World 3Chapter 2 The Emerging Science of Change 17Part II There is a Better Way to Accelerate: 37Chapter 3 "Strategic Planning" That Delivers Results 39Chapter 4 Digital Transformation That is Truly Transformational 61Chapter 5 Restructuring Without Killing Innovation and Your Future 79Chapter 6 Cultural Change That Helps You Adapt 101Chapter 7 Mergers and Acquisitions That Create Real Value 125Chapter 8 Agile Methodologies That Build Sustained and Scalable Agility 143Chapter 9 Broad Social Initiatives That Can Help Billions 159Part III In the End, It is Mostly About This 175Chapter 10 More Leadership from More People 177Chapter 11 The New Normal 199Notes 209Acknowledgments 219About the Authors 223