Work Redesign
Prior to initiating work redesign, it is very important to be clear about why the organization is promoting a concept or solution called “work redesign”. As a group initiating this sort of change, you need to understand the questions identified below.
What is the driving purpose of the redesign? In particular consider scope and impact.
What is the desired result or outcome? In particular examine potential financial savings, efficiency or improvement to employee well being.
How will we engage individuals and teams within the process of review?
In a change there are numerous dimensions at work:
- People
- Process
- Results
- Culture
This comprehensive review examines the current and future state, and lays the foundation to enable ongoing systematic improvement.
The ultimate goal is to create an infrastructure to sustain the change. Use this time to step back and look for new solutions.
- Prepare organizational chart for the future
- Consider span of responsibility
- Review key functions: services, etc.
- Review key processes: identify new workflow or business changes
- Review system: Determine measures of success or desirable outcomes.
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