This rating system can be used before your change effort, to measure your readiness, during a change effort, to realign the effort or diagnose breakdown, or after your change effort, to evaluate success. The reason why time and resources should be invested in making the change has been clearly stated. The change effort aims toward a defined desired state. The goals can be measured and have a motivating influence on participants. The sponsors of the change effort provide direction, resources and support.
Sponsors also model the new behaviors required by the target population of change.
The change design and implementation team members have the right mix of experience and skills needed to perform effectively. Appropriate Stakeholder Involvement Key stakeholders have been identified and their interests have been defined. Opportunities for stakeholder participation have been planned. Defined Scope and Boundaries Key players are clear about the focus and extent of the change effort, including what topics or issues are not part of the effort. An Effective Communication Process There are mechanisms in place for keeping stakeholders informed.