University of Illinois at Chicago Amazon Inc Reflection Journal Paper

In this module, be sure to address all of the following prompts in your journal entry:

For these questions, we suggest you reflect on a change going on in your company or a company you are familiar with right now, or a required change.

Appraise the readiness for change. Is there a visible need? Does the change have top management support and commitment? Is there a ready and engaged change agent (maybe this is you!)? Is there a good understanding of the target group for the change? (This is a cross cultural management class)

• In initiating the change and influencing people to adopt the new behavior, how well-defined are the implementation mechanisms? Which could be improved? How?
  • Select people with particular skills and attitudes
  • Train for new skills and knowledge
  • Communicate to establish the need for change
  • Build a roadmap with a clear process
  • Develop commitment from stakeholders
  • Ensure continuous participation from target group
  • What is being done to reinforce the change?
  • How are small wins acknowledged, celebrated, and communicated?
  • How are realignment needs monitored and responded to?
  • How is the company supporting the need for continuous change and organizational renewal?