Change management

Technology only has value when it is used. Without the right use, opportunities are missed and high costs, loss of motivation and even employee departures can result. To successfully implement new ways of working and avoid falling back on old habits, it is important to properly guide employees through the change. Change Management focuses on the human side of the transition; creating the willingness to move along, see opportunities and learn new ways of working. They are the ones who enable and can accelerate the transition.

Our vision

Often the focus of change projects in organisations is on the hard side: milestones, budgets and implementations. But don’t overlook people! What does new technology require of them? What will be expected of them in the new situation? And how do you include them in it?

To embrace change as an organisation it is important that employees feel urgency and want to take up their role. Good leadership and the right direction are essential to realise this. In addition, employees will also need to be empowered to change. With a strong change management strategy, you create support for the change, offer everyone the tools to contribute to the transition and help them flourish in the new situation. 

How we help you

We guide organisations through their change. Whether this involves a major transformation, the adoption of new (and current) systems or the successful implementation of an innovation project. We use proven change methodologies such as PROSCI (ADKAR) and Kotter and translate them into a practical change approach that suits your organisation. We help with:  

  • Understanding the impact of change: We map the impact of the change on the organisation and employees, identify potential resistance and set KPIs to make change measurable.
  • A tailor-made change approach: We develop a tailor-made approach to realise the change and assist in its implementation. We consider aspects as the use of sponsors, communication per target group and creating the right training and materials to support the transition.

  • Guiding the change: We ensure support and enthusiasm among employees by providing the right guidance, communication, training and materials. Through early involvement and targeted employee support, we ensure lasting change.
  • Supporting directors and managers: Leaders have an important role in change. With coaching, we give leaders the tools to contribute to the transition. We also offer a Change Playbook, which serves as a manual for project managers to successfully prepare and manage the change.

“Ik heb de samenwerking met Digital Shapers ervaren als een goede combinatie van digital én change management expertise. Strategische begeleiding aan de ene kant en hands-on ondersteuning aan de andere kant. Wij hebben hierdoor belangrijke stappen kunnen zetten in onze Digitale Transformatie.”

Maarten Mackaaij – Head of Sales Support bij ERIKS