The People Side of Change: A Practical Guide to Managing Organizational Transitions

Join change management experts as they share insights from a successful IT department merger at UW–Madison. Through the Administrative Information Management Services (AIMS) Transition Project lens, learn how to effectively manage organizational change using proven methodologies like Prosci ADKAR. This presentation offers practical strategies for leading teams through transitions, building trust, and maintaining engagement throughout the change process. Perfect for project managers, team leaders, and anyone involved in organizational transformation initiatives.

0:00 - Introduction & Change Comfort Assessment
3:23 - What is Change Management?
7:35 - AIMS Transition Project Overview
14:28 - Project Goals and Desired Outcomes
19:07 - Change Management Framework & Prosci Methodology
24:28 - Role of Sponsors and People Managers
29:08 - ADKAR Model Implementation
34:35 - Survey Strategies and Feedback Collection
38:20 - DoIT Change Management Resources
43:16 - Q&A Session: Managing Resistance to Change
46:13 - Closing Remarks