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Ch10 Managing Change

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๐Ÿ˜Ÿ Why Employees Resist Change
Reasons for Resistance
Job security fears; fear of failing; fear of the unknown; no obvious benefit or incentive to change; laziness.
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๐Ÿ”ง 8 Strategies to Manage Change
1. Communication
Open and honest communication with staff. Remove fear of the unknown by updating employees regularly on the change and explaining the need and motivation for it.
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2. Consult Staff
Seek staff input regarding changes; get their opinion to use in the decision-making process. Eases reluctance as employees feel part of the change.
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3. Reward Change
Negotiate with staff / offer increased pay, bonuses, flexitime, extra holidays or training to incentivise change โ€” e.g. profit-sharing schemes.
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4. Controller โ†’ Facilitator
Controller: enforces change; keeps decision-making power; excludes staff.
Facilitator: guides and coaches staff; empowers them to offer solutions; staff are more energised for the process.
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5. Employee Empowerment
Giving staff the power/freedom/permission to make decisions without consulting management. Extra responsibility shows trust, encourages initiative and motivates staff.
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6. Adequate Resource Provider
Invest in new devices (laptops, software, machines), training (on/off-the-job), time (reduce workload) and hire more staff to support the change.
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7. Training and Development
Train or re-train workers so they are better prepared and feel more confident about changes. Enables them to adapt and work in teams.
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8. Emphasis on Quality / TQM
TQM โ€” process of continuously improving processes to reduce defects. Creates a culture open to change as staff constantly seek improvements.
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๐Ÿ’ช Employee Empowerment
3 Benefits
Quicker Decisions
Staff on the front line can respond immediately without waiting for management approval.
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Better Solutions
Employees close to the work often have the best insight into problems and how to solve them.
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Increased Job Satisfaction
Feeling trusted and valued motivates employees and increases their engagement with the business.
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2 Risks
Bad Decisions
Staff may make poor decisions if they lack the skills, experience or training needed for the responsibility given.
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Loss of Control
Management may lose oversight of day-to-day operations if too much decision-making power is delegated.
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โญ TQM and Quality
TQM Definition + 4 Principles
TQM Definition
Total Quality Management โ€” the process of continuously improving processes and systems to reduce defects throughout the business.

4 Principles: Focus on Customer ยท Employee Empowerment ยท Teamwork ยท Continuous Improvement
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Increased Sales
Focus on the customer and consistently high quality output builds loyalty and drives higher sales.
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Reduced Costs / Zero Defects
Continuous improvement and striving for zero defects reduces waste and the cost of reworking faulty products.
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Increased Job Satisfaction
Teamwork and involvement in quality improvement increases employee satisfaction and lowers staff turnover.
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Increased Staff Morale
Employee empowerment within TQM gives staff a sense of ownership and purpose, boosting motivation.
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Quality Assurance + Quality Marks
Quality Assurance
A system that guarantees customers that detailed systems are in place to govern quality at every stage of production โ€” from design through to delivery.
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Benefits of a Quality Mark
Industry standard โ€” products meet verified standards, building customer trust.
Marketing tool โ€” competitive advantage.
Internationally recognised โ€” ISO 9001 enables easier export.
Charge a higher price โ€” quality reputation supports premium pricing.
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๐Ÿค Teamwork
4 Stages โ€” in order โš ๏ธ Forming โ†’ Storming โ†’ Norming โ†’ Performing
1. Forming
Members meet for the first time. Polite to each other. Talk about the task. May not contribute much as they wait to see what others are like. Lack of trust exists.
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2. Storming
Team members test relationships and tensions arise. Conflicts as personalities and ideas clash. Members may act as individuals and resist other views.
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3. Norming
Constructive relationships emerge. Ground rules and procedures are agreed. Greater sense of trust develops. People get used to how others contribute.
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4. Performing
Team members pull together and focus on getting tasks completed. Co-operation exists. Strong sense of togetherness โ€” strengths are recognised and used.
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3 Benefits of Teamwork for Employees
Increased Motivation
Greater job satisfaction as all members' efforts are recognised. Participation in teams satisfies social needs (Maslow Level 3).
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Improved Decision Making
Team members share knowledge and experience โ€” tougher decisions are easier to make with mutual support rather than in isolation.
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Reduced Absenteeism
Employees recognise that others depend on them โ€” this sense of responsibility reduces absenteeism.
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2025 Q6(B)Discuss the strategies used to manage change in a business. (20)โ–ผ
Discuss the strategies used to manage change in a business. (20 marks โ€” 4 ร— 5 (2+3))
โœ๏ธ Four Strategies (any four of the eight)
Communication: Management should explain the need for change honestly and openly to employees โ€” including the consequences of not acting. This removes fear of the unknown and reduces uncertainty and tensions among employees.
Consult Staff: Seek staff input and opinions regarding the proposed changes. Where employees are allowed to shape the change, they are more likely to accept and support it โ€” easing reluctance.
Training and Development: Staff must be provided with the skills needed for new technologies or new processes โ€” through on-the-job or off-the-job training. This eases fear and increases employees' ability to cope with change.
Facilitator Approach: A manager who guides and coaches staff rather than enforcing change through control is more effective. Staff feel included and empowered to offer solutions โ€” making them more open to changes introduced by management.
๐Ÿ“Œ MS: 4 ร— 5m (2+3). Any four of the eight strategies are acceptable. Active heading earns 2m; keywords earn 3m. TQM, Empowerment and Resource Provider are also valid. Discuss = State + Expand โ€” no example needed.
2023 Q7(C)Describe the benefits of Employee Empowerment for a business. (20)โ–ผ
Describe the benefits of employee empowerment for a business. (20 marks โ€” 4 ร— 5 (2+3))
โœ๏ธ Four Benefits
Quicker Decisions: Empowered staff on the front line can respond immediately to customer needs or operational issues without waiting for management approval โ€” improving the speed and efficiency of the business.
Better Solutions: Employees who are closest to the work often have the best insight into problems. Empowerment allows their expertise to be applied directly โ€” leading to better quality outcomes for the business.
Increased Job Satisfaction / Lower Staff Turnover: Feeling trusted and valued motivates employees. This increases engagement and commitment, reducing staff turnover and associated recruitment costs.
Encourages Intrapreneurship: When staff are given the freedom and permission to act on ideas, they are more likely to innovate โ€” creating new products or processes without taking on personal financial risk.
๐Ÿ“Œ MS: 4 ร— 5m (2+3). Active headings required. Also know the risks โ€” bad decisions (lack of training) and loss of management control โ€” as these appear in benefits/risks questions (2012 Q6(A), 2020 Q6(B)).
2021 Q6(B)Benefits of adopting TQM for Kerry Group. (15)โ–ผ
Discuss the benefits of adopting a Total Quality Management (TQM) system for a company such as Kerry Group. (15 marks โ€” 3 ร— 5 (2+3))
โœ๏ธ TQM Principles: Customer Focus ยท Employee Empowerment ยท Teamwork ยท Continuous Improvement
Increased Sales / Enhanced Reputation: TQM involves the business focusing on the needs of the customer. Sales for Kerry Group will increase as consumer satisfaction improves and the business develops a reputation for consistently high quality goods.
Reduced Costs / Zero Defects: Businesses adopting TQM strive for zero defects in production through continuous improvement. For Kerry Group this means less wastage and fewer refunds or returns โ€” directly reducing costs.
Increased Staff Morale / Employee Empowerment: TQM empowers employees to make decisions, satisfying their esteem needs (Maslow Level 4). For Kerry Group this boosts productivity and helps attract high-calibre staff.
๐Ÿ“Œ MS: 3 ร— 5m (2+3). The question names Kerry Group โ€” link each benefit to Kerry Group specifically for the application mark.
2021 Q6(A)Distinguish forming and norming + two benefits of teamwork for employees. (20)โ–ผ
(i) Distinguish between forming and norming as stages in team development. (6 marks โ€” 3+3)
(ii) Outline two benefits of teamwork for the employees in a business. (14 marks โ€” 2 ร— 7 (4+3))
โœ๏ธ Part (i) โ€” Forming vs Norming
Forming: Team members come together for the first time. They are polite and talk about the task but may not contribute much as they wait to see what other members are like. A lack of trust exists between members.
Norming: Constructive relationships emerge. Ground rules and procedures are agreed; conflicts from the storming stage have been overcome. A greater sense of trust has developed and roles have been established.
โœ๏ธ Part (ii) โ€” Two Benefits for Employees
Increased Motivation / Staff Morale: Employees experience greater job satisfaction as all members' efforts are recognised. Working in teams satisfies the social needs of employees (Maslow Level 3).
Improved Decision Making: Team members share knowledge and experience. Tougher decisions are easier to make with mutual support rather than in isolation โ€” reducing personal pressure on individual employees.
๐Ÿ“Œ Correct order: Forming โ†’ Storming โ†’ Norming โ†’ Performing. Memory: "For Some Nice People". Distinguish requires clear direct contrast between the two stages.
2016 Q5(C)Quality assurance as part of TQM + benefits of a quality mark. (20)โ–ผ
(i) Explain the term quality assurance as part of TQM. (5 marks โ€” 2+3)
(ii) Describe the benefits to a business of achieving a recognised quality mark standard. (15 marks โ€” 3 ร— 5 (2+3))
โœ๏ธ Part (i) โ€” Quality Assurance
Quality Assurance: A system that guarantees customers that detailed systems are in place to govern quality at every stage of production โ€” from design right through to delivery.
โœ๏ธ Part (ii) โ€” Three Benefits of a Quality Mark
Products meet industry standards: A quality mark (e.g. Q Mark) shows consumers that the product can be trusted and verified โ€” products have met independently assessed standards, building customer loyalty.
Internationally recognised โ€” enables export: Quality symbols such as ISO 9001 are internationally recognised, allowing the business to export more easily and improving its overseas reputation.
Can charge a higher price: By being associated with high quality, the business may be able to charge a premium price for its products โ€” leading to higher profit margins.
๐Ÿ“Œ MS: 5m (2+3) + 3 ร— 5m (2+3). Other valid benefits: marketing tool / competitive advantage; cost savings from less wastage; better motivated employees.
2020 Q6(B)Benefits and barriers to Employee Empowerment. (20)โ–ผ
Outline the benefits and the barriers to employee empowerment in a business. (20 marks โ€” 2 benefits + 2 barriers, each 5m (2+3))
โœ๏ธ Two Benefits
Quicker Decisions: Empowered employees can respond immediately to customer needs without waiting for management approval โ€” improving service quality and operational efficiency.
Increased Job Satisfaction: Employees who are given greater responsibility feel trusted and valued. This motivates them and reduces staff turnover, saving recruitment and training costs.
โœ๏ธ Two Barriers (Risks)
Bad Decisions: Staff may lack the experience or training required to make good decisions independently. Poor decision-making can damage customer relationships or result in financial losses.
Loss of Control: Management may lose oversight of key operations if too much decision-making power is delegated โ€” making it difficult to ensure consistency and maintain direction.
๐Ÿ“Œ MS: 4 ร— 5m (2+3). "Barriers" = risks/disadvantages. Active heading earns 2m; keywords earn 3m.
๐Ÿ”ฅ HOT Strategies to Manage Change
Appeared as a full 20-mark question in 2025 Q6(B) โ€” any 4 of the 8 strategies. Also examined in 2008 Q5(C) and 2011 SQ10. Know all eight strategies with their keywords. The Controller vs Facilitator distinction appeared as a standalone topic in 2017 ABQ(C).
Past papers: 2025 Q6(B), 2022 ABQ(A), 2017 ABQ(C), 2015 ABQ(C), 2008 Q5(C).
๐Ÿ”ฅ HOT TQM โ€” Definition, Principles and Benefits
Listed as a 2026 must-know. Appeared in 2021 Q6(B), 2016 Q5(C), 2009 Q6(B), 2007 Q5(C). The four TQM principles underpin every benefit. Know quality assurance as a separate term. Named business (Kerry Group) requires application in the answer.
Past papers: 2021, 2016, 2009, 2007.
๐Ÿ”ฅ HOT Employee Empowerment โ€” Benefits and Risks
Listed as a 2026 must-know. Benefits appeared in 2023 Q7(C) (20 marks). Benefits and risks together in 2020 Q6(B) and 2012 Q6(A). Know 3 benefits (quicker decisions, better solutions, increased job satisfaction) and 2 risks (bad decisions, loss of control).
Past papers: 2023, 2020, 2012.
โšก WARM Teamwork โ€” Stages and Benefits
The 4 stages in order appeared in 2024 SQ12. Forming vs Norming distinguished in 2021 Q6(A). Benefits of teamwork for employees in 2021 Q6(A) and 2011 Q5(A). Know all four stages in correct order and 3โ€“4 benefits for employees.
Past papers: 2024 SQ12, 2021 Q6(A), 2015 SQ6, 2011 Q5(A).
๐Ÿ“… WATCH Benefits of a Quality Mark
Appeared in 2016 Q5(C). Know the benefits of achieving ISO 9001, Q Mark or Bord Bia quality mark: meets industry standards, internationally recognised (enables export), marketing tool (competitive advantage), can charge a higher price.
Past paper: 2016 Q5(C).
๐ŸŽฏ Keywords Earn the 3 Marks
Each strategy heading earns 2 marks. The explanation earns 3 marks โ€” but only with the right keywords. Learn them:
Communication = open/honest fear of unknown consequences
Consult = staff input decision-making process eases reluctance
Reward = bonuses profit-sharing flexitime
Facilitator = guide and coach empower energised
โญ TQM: 4 Principles Drive All Benefits
Every TQM benefit links to one of its four principles:
Customer focus โ†’ Increased sales
Continuous improvement โ†’ Reduced costs / zero defects
Employee empowerment โ†’ Increased staff morale
Teamwork โ†’ Increased job satisfaction
When a business is named in the question (e.g. Kerry Group), link each benefit directly to that business โ€” don't write generically.
โš ๏ธ Teamwork Stages: Order is Essential
The four stages must be in the correct order: Forming โ†’ Storming โ†’ Norming โ†’ Performing. Wrong order loses marks. For a Distinguish question, contrast Forming (first meeting, no trust) with Norming (rules agreed, trust established) directly.
Memory aid: "For Some Nice People" โ€” Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing.
๐Ÿ“‹ Command Verb Guide
Outline = State + Explain (2+3)
Discuss = State + Expand (2+3) โ€” no example needed
Illustrate = State + Explain + Example โ€” must give a real example
Distinguish = contrast two terms directly
Evaluate = State + Explain + Justified Opinion
๐Ÿท๏ธ Active Headings Are Statements, Not Titles
A heading alone earns 2m. Never repeat the heading word-for-word as the body of your answer โ€” use the explanation to introduce keywords that earn the 3m.
โœ… "Training and Development โ€” Train or re-train workers so they are better prepared..."
โŒ "Training โ€” Training is important for employees." (heading only = 2m max)