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Student Learning Objective 4

Specify the role of engineering in total quality management.

Learning Objective G

Develop leadership skills for managing change.


Content

The topic for Module G is leadership and change.


Slide 27: Leadership and Change

  • Today’s global markets and competitive environment require constant change
  • Leadership is crucial to successfully implementing changes
  • Strategy for managers:

  • Have a clear vision and corresponding goals,

  • Exhibit a strong sense of responsibility,
  • Be an effective communicator,
  • Have a high energy level,
  • Have the will to change

Slide 28: Change Facilitation Model

  • Figure 9-5: Change Facilitation Model

    1. Establish an understanding of the reality of continual change
    2. Establish and charter the steering committee
    3. Establish "antenna" mechanisms for anticipating change
    4. Develop a vision of the organization after the change
    5. Communicate the change vision to all stakeholders
    6. Implement the change
    7. Incorporate the change process in the organizational culture

Figure 9-5: Change Facilitation Model