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Organization Design Studio®
A virtual space for analyzing organizations and learning through hands-on design practice. Are You Wasting Time and Money on Management Fads that Don’t Work? There seems to be an endless supply of simplistic formulas and prescriptive quick fixes focused on the individual “pieces and parts” of the organization. Unfortunately, these generic “recipes” seldom work and Read more
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Organization Design Methodology and Framework
The design process starts with a comprehensive discovery phase captured in a design brief, guiding the team through stakeholder requirements, activity nature, and theories. Systems must be tailored to unique organizational contexts while considering integration and design principles. Continuous development and deployment ensure adaptability and improvement for high-performance systems. Read more
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Dimensions of Organization Design: An Introduction
Organizational design encompasses more than just structure and reporting relationships; it also includes the information stakeholders perceive, which influences their behavior and ultimately affects outcomes. Effective design requires aligning numerous components—workforce, culture, strategy, and governance—to ensure clarity and reduce complexity, fostering desired results through integrated communication. Read more
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Setting the Example at the Top: Designing a Custom Leadership System
The webinar focused on designing leadership systems through a blend of systems and design thinking. It emphasized the explicit nature of leadership systems for alignment, decision-making, and leader development. The presentation outlined essential elements, principles, and integration with other management systems for effective organizational performance. Read more
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Change Formula
Successful organizational transformation relies on a formula where dissatisfaction with the status quo, a compelling vision, first steps, and believability must outweigh resistance to change. Effective strategies include performance comparisons, stakeholder feedback, and establishing alignment in decision-making to foster change, countering the natural resistance to transformation. Read more
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Management Fever: Theory and Organization Design
The relationship between theory and practice in management is complex, yet essential for improving organizational performance. Both aspects contribute to understanding organizations, which consist of unpredictable human behaviors. Effective research can lead to better management approaches, but progress is slow, necessitating innovative methods and persistent inquiry to enhance the human condition. Read more
