Five initiatives may contribute to effective change management: (1)motivating change, (2)creating a vision, (3)developing political support, (4)managing the transition,and (5)sustaining momentum.

These five initiatives are commonly cited as key components of effective change management. Motivating change involves creating a sense of urgency and a desire to change. Creating a vision involves developing a clear and compelling picture of the desired future state. Developing political support involves identifying and working with key stakeholders to gain buy-in and support for the change. Managing the transition involves overseeing and coordinating the actual process of change. Sustaining momentum involves ensuring that the change is fully embedded and sustained over time.