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Continuing professional development and workplace learning 11: Managing the “people” side of organisational change

Ian Smith (La Trobe University Library, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia)

Library Management

ISSN: 0143-5124

Article publication date: 1 April 2005

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Abstract

Purpose

Aims to review the “people” aspect of organisational change.

Design/methodology/approach

Provides a concise review of the nature and impact of change.

Findings

Discusses the “people” aspect of organisational change and begins an exploration of the conundrum that people – the essential factor in successful organisational renewal – can also be the biggest obstacle to achieving change. Discusses the nature and impact of organisational change and outlines four key factors in managing the “people” aspect of that process.

Originality/value

This review is a useful source of information to help understand change management.

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Citation

Smith, I. (2005), "Continuing professional development and workplace learning 11: Managing the “people” side of organisational change", Library Management, Vol. 26 No. 3, pp. 152-155. https://doi.org/10.1108/01435120510580898

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2005, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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