The Sum Total Of Change

It is common knowledge that organisations are a sum total of its people and their knowledge. Therefore, it becomes increasingly important to ensure that organisational changes are handled with utmost care and empathy.

- Dr. Rajiv Kumar Gupta

Today, we are probably witnessing the fastest evolution in the history of human race. There is a paradigm shift in our workplace and homes, and, how business is transacted. Digital is shrinking the world, minimizing physical distances. In order to stay relevant, and, make best of the transformations around, one needs to continuously adapt to change.

In the context of organisational change, it assumes even greater significance as the sustainability of the organisation might depend on its ability to adapt to change. It is common knowledge that organisations are a sum total of its people and their knowledge. Therefore, it becomes increasingly important to ensure that organisational changes are handled with utmost care and empathy. History has it that most changes have been for the better, and, it has been an eternal struggle for mankind to adapt to change. And, uncertainty with the unknown is probably the single most factor which often leads to resistance to change. The uncertainty is further amplified in the context of organisations, where changes can have significant impact on careers and roles of individuals. In a country like ours, where the concept of redundancy due to change is still nascent, the journey towards eternal change and adaptation is largely difficult. This is where organisations have a role to play in terms of building a culture of change over a period of time to ensure continuity, smoother transition, and business success.