Making Sense of Organizational Change

This book offers a unique way of understanding the processes of organizational change. Rather than being structured as a 'how to' book,Making Sense of Organizational Changeprovides the reader with practical insights and skills for managing (or resisting) organizational change. Its strength lies in three key areas: The discussion and explanation of a strategic sensemaking approach A longitudinal study of a major company which underwent several organizational changes A detailed examination of the drive for organizational change apparent among western companies over the last 25 years. Applying an invaluable sensemaking framework to organizational change in both a practical and accessible way, and combining the theory and practice of implementing change, this book represents an instructive and informative view on the implications of change in the business world

Jean Helms Mills is Assistant Professor of Organizational Behaviour at Acadia University, Canada. She is the Associate Editor (for the Americas) of the journal Culture and Organization.