Description
Here, authors Lisa Friedman and Herman Gyr, internationallyrespected organizational change consultants, define the DynamicEnterprise as one whose people can look into the future, see thebig picture, and create the right changes.
Friedman and Gyr describe how the Dynamic Enterprise empowers itspeople to build clear, collaborative strategies and translate theminto action. And they present tools and strategies for makingcritical decisions in the midst of chaos, as well as for creatingan environment that enables people to effect coordinated change atevery organizational level.
This comprehensive guide presents a compelling, integrated changemodel--The Enterprise Development framework--that can be used witha wide range of change initiatives such as strategic businessplanning, organization, redesign, new technology integration,culture change, team building, and leadership development.
The Dynamic Enterprise offers common-sense models and specificguidance that leaders, managers, change agents, and otherstakeholders can use to move their companies forward. It giveseveryone in an organization the means to communicate effectivelywith one another, clarify their positions, and reach agreement onthe organization's current state and future direction. Using thisbook, people in business can redesign their work to create a futurethey all believe in.
About the Author
HERMAN GYR cofounders of the Enterprise Development Group, specialize in strategy development and implementation for work groups facing complex change. They consult internationally in a wide range of industries, including technology, manufacturing, health care, oil and gas, financial services, utilities, fisheries, government, and universities.
Reviews
"Compelling, thoughtful, and pragmatic, The Dynamic Enterpriseoffers a holistic and integrated approach to organizational change.A must read for any leader intent on building a successfulenterprise." --Ian Dean, director, Groman Consulting Group, SouthAfrica
"Thriving in our ever-changing world requires clear thinking and ateam focus. Friedman and Gyr provide tools based on practicalexperiences to help executives and change agents rise to thechallenge of creating organizations that are responsive to andcapitalize on change." --Wayne Moon, chairman and CEO, Blue Shieldof California
"The Dynamic Enterprise convinced me that everyone in the companyneeds a working knowledge of strategy and change?and that they canget it." --Cheryl Van, vice president, human resources, VisaInternational
"The Enterprise Development Framework explained in this book wasthe key tool we used in driving our company to the highest level oforganizational excellence so far attained in the corporation'sworldwide Signature of Quality Program. It is comprehensive yetsimple to use and will make a significant difference in anyorganization." --Godofredo R. Rodriguez, president and managingdirector, Johnson & Johnson, Philippines
"People are the drivers of today's competitive business advantages.Like never before, organizations need human resource leaders toformulate and communicate clear meaning and direction in a changingworkplace. The Dynamic Enterprise is a guide for turninguncertainty into strategic success." --Michael R. Losey, presidentand CEO, Society for Human Resource Management
"The Dynamic Enterprise is full of simple yet powerful tools forthriving and growing in today's global businessenvironment?particularly useful for those working on making afundamental strategic shift." --J. S. Leggate, business unitleader, Sector North Sea, British Petroleum Exploration
Book Information
ISBN 9780787910143
Author Lisa Friedman
Format Hardback
Page Count 288
Imprint Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Weight(grams) 494g
Dimensions(mm) 243mm * 159mm * 24mm
Friedman and Gyr describe how the Dynamic Enterprise empowers itspeople to build clear, collaborative strategies and translate theminto action. And they present tools and strategies for makingcritical decisions in the midst of chaos, as well as for creatingan environment that enables people to effect coordinated change atevery organizational level.
This comprehensive guide presents a compelling, integrated changemodel--The Enterprise Development framework--that can be used witha wide range of change initiatives such as strategic businessplanning, organization, redesign, new technology integration,culture change, team building, and leadership development.
The Dynamic Enterprise offers common-sense models and specificguidance that leaders, managers, change agents, and otherstakeholders can use to move their companies forward. It giveseveryone in an organization the means to communicate effectivelywith one another, clarify their positions, and reach agreement onthe organization's current state and future direction. Using thisbook, people in business can redesign their work to create a futurethey all believe in.
About the Author
HERMAN GYR cofounders of the Enterprise Development Group, specialize in strategy development and implementation for work groups facing complex change. They consult internationally in a wide range of industries, including technology, manufacturing, health care, oil and gas, financial services, utilities, fisheries, government, and universities.
Reviews
"Compelling, thoughtful, and pragmatic, The Dynamic Enterpriseoffers a holistic and integrated approach to organizational change.A must read for any leader intent on building a successfulenterprise." --Ian Dean, director, Groman Consulting Group, SouthAfrica
"Thriving in our ever-changing world requires clear thinking and ateam focus. Friedman and Gyr provide tools based on practicalexperiences to help executives and change agents rise to thechallenge of creating organizations that are responsive to andcapitalize on change." --Wayne Moon, chairman and CEO, Blue Shieldof California
"The Dynamic Enterprise convinced me that everyone in the companyneeds a working knowledge of strategy and change?and that they canget it." --Cheryl Van, vice president, human resources, VisaInternational
"The Enterprise Development Framework explained in this book wasthe key tool we used in driving our company to the highest level oforganizational excellence so far attained in the corporation'sworldwide Signature of Quality Program. It is comprehensive yetsimple to use and will make a significant difference in anyorganization." --Godofredo R. Rodriguez, president and managingdirector, Johnson & Johnson, Philippines
"People are the drivers of today's competitive business advantages.Like never before, organizations need human resource leaders toformulate and communicate clear meaning and direction in a changingworkplace. The Dynamic Enterprise is a guide for turninguncertainty into strategic success." --Michael R. Losey, presidentand CEO, Society for Human Resource Management
"The Dynamic Enterprise is full of simple yet powerful tools forthriving and growing in today's global businessenvironment?particularly useful for those working on making afundamental strategic shift." --J. S. Leggate, business unitleader, Sector North Sea, British Petroleum Exploration
Book Information
ISBN 9780787910143
Author Lisa Friedman
Format Hardback
Page Count 288
Imprint Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Weight(grams) 494g
Dimensions(mm) 243mm * 159mm * 24mm
