DDBA
8161 Week 4 Discussion Question The 7 S Model
To
prepare for this Discussion, review the section entitled
“Alignment: The 7 S Model” on pages 239–244 in Dyer, Godfrey, Jensen, and Bryce
(2016) and consider which components of the model might be the most beneficial
in executing change within an organization. You may also want to utilize the
Walden Library to identify scholarly examples of implementing the 7 S Model in
professional contexts.
Post
an evaluation of the 7 S Model as a tool for planning and executing change with
an organization. Your evaluation should include the following:
·
A description of the value of each step
within the 7 S model to implementing change with the organization, including at
least one supportive example
·
An analysis of which one or two specific
component(s) of the 7 S Model could be most helpful from a change management
perspective, including at least one supportive example
·
An explanation for which specific
component(s) of the 7 S Model could be most challenging when implementing
organizational change, including at least one supportive example
DDBA/8161
Week 4 Assignment: Tools for Strategic Implementation
To prepare for this Assignment, review the
readings on tools for strategic change such as those described in Chapter 12 of
Dyer, Godfrey, Jensen, and Bryce (2016) and choose one reading for further
examination. Consider how the context of a specific organization (industry,
geographical location, status within industry, etc.) can influence both the
choice and the implementation of your selected tool, as well as how the
application of a tool might vary among different business leaders and
practitioners. Be sure to utilize scholarly, peer-reviewed resources from the
Walden Library to identify additional supportive examples of organizations
applying the tools and principles of strategic planning and their results.
Submit a 3- to 5-page
evaluation of your research on a specific tool for strategic implementation.
Your evaluation should include the following:
·
A
brief description of your chosen tool, including relevant background, an
APA-cited scholarly illustration, and detailed rationale for your choice
·
An
assessment of how your chosen tool is affected by different strategic
influences (such as environmental factors; internal, organizational
considerations; etc.) and whether these changes impact your choice for
implementation. Include at least one supportive example.
·
An
explanation of the usefulness of your chosen tool to you as a practitioner and
independent scholar, including how it will benefit your strategic business
leadership. Be sure to provide supportive scholarly examples.
