Many years ago,Coch and French discovered and confirmed the importance of one key secret to achieving rapid and successful organizational change:

A) Make sure the benefits are far greater than the risks.
B) Involve all stakeholders in the decision-making process.
C) Help people realize that change is inevitable and unavoidable.
D) Give people who don't want to change the opportunity to exit the group gracefully.
E) Make sure all the group leaders present a united front favoring the change.

Organizational Change

The process through which a company or organization undergoes a significant transformation, which can impact structures, processes, or culture.

Coch and French

Researchers known for their work on organizational change and employee involvement in decision-making processes.

Stakeholders

Individuals or groups with an interest in the success and outcomes of an organization, project, or endeavor, because they are impacted by or can impact the achievement of the organization's objectives.