Successful change starts with connection!

How do you stay relevant in a world that never stands still? Organisations are faced with the choice: transform or get left behind. But why are transformations so important and why do they often fail? Find out how to increase your chances of success!

Change is not a choice, but a necessity

In a time characterised by continuous change and technological advances, organisational change is indispensable.

Unfortunately, multiple studies, such as those by McKinsey and Gartner, indicate that 70% of all transformations fail. Causes of failed transformations vary, but the human factor is often overlooked. The beating heart of an organisation!

Our vision? Connected Transformation

At Improven, we believe in Connected Transformation, where the 'human being' is central. In the Connected transformation framework the focus is on leadership, continuous improvement and empowerment. These three pillars are key to turning strategy into successful results.

1. Leadership: stronger together!

Effective leaders have a clear vision and are inspiring to their team. They set the course and are transparent in communicating clear goals. In addition, effective leaders encourage collaboration, continuous learning and create the right conditions in which the team feels empowered. Leaders are jointly responsible for a continuous improvement culture where there is room for new ideas, making mistakes and giving feedback.

2. Continuous Improvement: Smarter, Faster, Better

Organisational change is not a one-off exercise but a continuous process of experimentation, evaluation and readjustment. This requires a culture of openness to feedback and to new ideas. It is important that people proactively contribute to noticing and solving bottlenecks or improvements. A growth and learning mindset is essential here. Collaboration is also called for, within teams and between different teams. With continuous improvement, we allow the organisation and its team members to grow, ever a little smarter, faster and better. That way, you gain competitive advantage, save costs and increase the quality of your service or product.

3. Empowerment: Power to the People

In transformation, people are empowered. Give your team the tools, confidence and freedom to decide and find innovative solutions. In addition, it is also important to help your team exhibit the right behaviour. Reward desired behaviour and make them feel empowered. This together creates commitment and responsibility, making your team the engine of change!

Discover our practical steps to success:

Transformation starts with a clear vision, engaged employees and inspiring leadership. Whether you are a starter or a board member, you have a role in change. What is your role? Discover how you can contribute to success:

The Power of a Shared Vision

Establish a clear vision of the future that motivates transformation. A vision should be so clear that it can be understood by everyone, from the shop floor to the board. Everyone should be able to believe in it and pursue it. Do you know the vision? Do you share this vision?

Involve employees

Encourage employees, your colleagues, to actively participate and share their insights. Make use of each other's knowledge and experience. Work together! Do you involve your colleagues? Do you feel the space to share your ideas? Are you listened to?

Leadership in Transition

Provide engaged and inspiring leadership that supports the transformation. Develop leaders who can drive, support and encourage change. Do you know your role as a leader? Do you support the vision and goals of the transition? Do you include your colleagues or your team?

Invest in training and development

Invest in staff training and development to prepare them for the changes. Also share what you need, what you want to develop in order to contribute to the success of the transition. What do you need to go along with this change? What stops you and what excites you? Is there room to spar and make the change your own?

Evaluate and adjust

Evaluate with yourself, with the team, with the end users , with your colleagues how things are going. What is needed? Do we need to adjust and what? Make the transition all of you. Can you identify with this agile mindset of continuous improvement? Why do you? Include your colleagues in this mindset. Why not, what do you still need?

Let's build a successful future together!

Organisational change is not an option but a necessity in the ever-changing world. Understand and involve the 'people' in the process. With the right vision, leadership and a culture of continuous improvement, you will be ready for constant change. At IMPROVEN, we are ready to guide you!