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As your organization strives to keep up with technological advancements, it is likely that you will need to change various processes, such as switching from traditional to digital communication.  But, maybe your employees aren’t welcoming the change or feel overwhelmed about it.  Have you ever wondered what the reasons are for the resistance or what challenges you need to overcome so you have a better chance of making the process change a success?

 

Change is an integral part of being successful and it’s one of the most critical factors in the business world.  For instance, when the internet came along, small businesses went from relying on word of mouth to using small business websites to spread the word about their products or services.

However, many people are often driven by the “why” rather than the “how”.  The problem with business-related changes is that they happen rapidly and employees rarely have enough time to understand the purpose for the change before adapting to it.  What challenges must you avoid during a process change?

 

If management isn’t sure what the change entails or fails to show adequate support, it’s only to be expected that employees will show little interest in the change.  To overcome this challenge, try to employ or appoint an expert to implement the change as that will motivate management to show a stronger interest in the process and bring more employees on board.

 

It’s okay to have a little uncertainty during the initial stages of the process.  However, if there’s an excessive level of doubt, the change may lose meaning and direction.  Many firms use small business websites as platforms to remind their employees and all the stakeholders what the purpose is so they stay focused.

Change initiatives at organizations can be difficult processes, especially if they don’t get adequate support from employees.  When management is dedicated to the process and keeps a transparent communication channel with employees, success can be achieved quickly and smoothly.