2236 - Use the most effective change model depending on the nature and needs of the client's organization.

Use the most effective change model depending on the nature and needs of the client's organization.

Concepts

  • [OI1-7] Organizational changes
    The introduction of GIS into organizational environments should be seen as a complex process of mutual adaptation (Nedovic-Budic, 1997). These technologies changes the established organisational processes and structures, while on the other hand the organisational context and culture modify the technological set-up and use. Therefore, knowledge and understanding of the relationship between technologies and organizations is necessary to increase the success of GIS implementations in organizations. Successful GIS implementation and adoption often require some degree of organizational change. However, this can be very difficult to effect because organizations are naturally resistant to it (Somers, 1998).