The purpose of this assignment is to clearly articulate the specific strategies and methods that will be utilized to manage the organizational changes associated with implementing the problem solution you have selected.

Review the “Change Management Models Matrix” and other study materials to identify which change model you will utilize to manage organizational change. Write 500-750 words in which you explain how you will address the following organizational issues prior to implementing the problem solution you have selected.

1. Identify the change model you selected and provide a rationale for how this model will be the most effective for managing the organizational change related to your action research project.
2. Describe how you will create employee buy-in (“What’s in it for me?”) to address the problem using your solution.
3. Describe the resources (systems, technology, training, etc.) needed to implement the solution.
4. Explain the methods you will use for addressing employee resistance to change.

This summary will be used as part of the Business Proposal Presentation in Topic 7 and within the Final Business Proposal in Topic 8. Evidence of revision from instructor feedback will be assessed on the final business proposal.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. 

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.