McKinsey 7S model
This model was developed by Robert Waterman and Tom Peters in the early 1980s as they used to be consultants for McKinsey & Company. McKinsey 7s model is not like the other change management theories for the simple reason that it suggests that the different steps should be taken in a certain order. The structure focuses on the different stages and how they connect one to another. The 7S in the name of the model represent the seven stages, that were called ‘levers’ giving shape to it (Peters and Waterman, 1982).
1. Strategy: Strategy is the first step of change where is created the plan to endure competitive advantage and reach the goals that were set.
2. Structure: Structure is the part of the model that is connected to the divisions of the organization and the steps it follows.
3. Systems: This …show more content…
If one of the components fails all of the others will follow since they are dependent on one another. The framework does not give any instructions how to deal with the impartial areas once they are identified. According to Bhatti (2011), the model is not able to recognize how important are the resources. What is more, with lacking resources such as finance, time and information, it is impossible to take action of change effectively (Higgins,