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Organizational development
1Homerton Hospital, London.
British Journal of Hospital Medicine
|May 1, 1996
Summary
Organizational development (OD) is a management concept crucial for industry and the National Health Service (NHS). This review clarifies OD definitions and its role in managing organizational change.
Area of Science:
- Management Science
- Organizational Behavior
Background:
- Organizational development (OD) is prevalent in industry and the National Health Service (NHS).
- OD is often perceived as focusing on 'soft' management aspects, obscuring its complex theoretical underpinnings.
- Its significance in the NHS has grown, particularly over the last decade, due to its practical application in change management processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and clarify the various definitions of organizational development.
- To explain the utility of organizational development as a framework for managing change within organizations.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of organizational development definitions.
- Conceptual analysis of OD principles in relation to change management.
Main Results:
- Organizational development encompasses a complex range of theories and practices.
- OD provides a structured approach to facilitate and manage organizational transformation.
Conclusions:
- A clear understanding of OD definitions is essential for effective implementation.
- Organizational development serves as a valuable theoretical and practical tool for underpinning successful organizational change initiatives.