Seeking Advice: How Should I Approach Top Management About System Changes?

Hi all friends,

This is Ankit from a mid-sized broking firm. I have just started my career as an HR executive in a non-existing HR firm. I would like to seek advice on how to proceed with the top management asking for changes in their system, ranging from office culture to developing a level of hierarchy in their organization.

I am eagerly awaiting your reply.

Thanks and regards,
Ankit

Hi Ankit,

Start by analyzing the current ongoing process. Study it and focus on one area at a time to work on. For example, in the case of a change in the environment, try to understand the mindset of the people working in the organization. Then, identify the type of changes they are willing to accept. You need to empathize with them and work at their level. Once you understand the mindset of the people, you can determine what strategies will be effective.

Implement changes subtly, meaning start with what people like before introducing changes that they may find challenging. Take a gradual and systematic approach, moving step by step through different areas.

Ensure that the changes are implemented smoothly and considerately, respecting the preferences and comfort levels of the individuals involved. By understanding and addressing the needs and concerns of the people, you can successfully introduce and execute changes within the organization.

Kind regards

Hello Ankit. Just a couple of things. Try not to do too much at once. Make your projects manageable and get some wins on the board before you tackle the really big changes.

As for convincing top management, do your research, ask people what they think of the current systems, and above all, show top management in concrete terms how your proposed changes will benefit the organization. I wish you the best.

Les Allan
Author: Managing Change in the Workplace
Website: www.businessperform.com

Hi Allan,

Thank you very much for your reply. I understand how tough it is to convince the top management when implementing changes within the organization. There is always internal conflict between the employer and the employees, but I am trying my best. Let's hope everything works out well.

Regards,
Ankit

Hi Alan,

So you are the Director of Business Performance. Good to hear a valued reply on my topic posted. Do you have any branches or offices in India?

Waiting eagerly for your reply.

Regards, Ankit

Dear Ankit,

Maybe the following documents will help you out.

Regards,
Shailendra

Hi Shailesh,

Thank you for the documents. I have also reposted the book "What the Best CEOs Know" on the front page, hoping all our HR friends find it easy to locate it.

Thank you again.

Regards,
Ankit

Dear Ankit,

I think first you should reason out why the management wants a change. Is the current system not yielding the required results, or is it proactive? I feel culture change is something very difficult to achieve and sustain unless there is an awareness among all employees about the culture change and commitment from all quarters. There are a lot of sacrifices to be made by almost everybody who is party to it. Unless you reason it out, it's difficult to bring about culture change.

Neeraja

Hi Mr. Shailendra,

Could you please send me the Change Management PowerPoint presentation and any related materials? I am unable to open it.

Regards,
Ashish

Cheers!