Computers in Libraries Computers in Libraries, March 15, 2005 Changing the Landscape Making the Future Library Now!
Computers in Libraries Presentation Overview Introduction Change Management & Leadership: Making the Future Happen Technology Assessment and Selecting Solutions (Case Study) Workshop Exercise: Assessment of Readiness for Change Review / Questions
Computers in Libraries Objectives Participant will identify key aspects of change management including rationale for and responsibility for managing change Thorough review of a case study, participant will understand how to apply change management processes as they relate to the analysis and selection of technologies as a result of the creation of a new technology enhanced library. Participants will assess their own attitudes toward change and compare and contrast those attitudes towards the collective attitude of their specific organizations
Computers in Libraries Change Management Principles of change management Leadership and Change Management - Organizational design and the role of the manager Effective communication strategies Building trust and teamwork
Computers in Libraries Case Study CASE -How were change management principles applied? -How did we increase participation? -How did we build trust and teamwork? -How did we select solutions? -How did we build consensus
Computers in Libraries Readiness for Change Exercise Evaluate personal commitment to change Consider team commitment to change Consider organizational support for change Share findings and plan accordingly
Computers in Libraries Summary and Questions Remember … People do not fear change! - They fear what change will do to their work patterns. - They fear the tension and confusion a change in process through automation. -They fear being made redundant. It is the leaders job to bring them through, to help them understand their role in the change. It is the organization’s job to support the leader.