Change management: Developing a tool to foster adaptive collaboration

Abstract

This paper provides an overview of the theoretical underpinnings being used to develop an adaptive collaboration tool that can be used to assess and influence individual behavior and group performance. The tool is being developed using a variety of theories and conceptual models taken from the Organizational Psychology literature that may shed light on how individuals organize for a common purpose. Drawing on these theories can help to better understand many aspects of human behavior at an individual level as well as at a group or team level. More importantly, these theories can be applied in a more agile and adaptive approach, resulting in a quick assessment of behavior(s) and flexible application of techniques to influence behavior, which can prove to be beneficial for leaders or change agents in any stage of decision making. The tool is being developed within an organizational change context, but ultimately, could prove highly beneficial for a plethora of applications. Being agile and adaptive is essential when dealing with a dynamic and uncertain operational environment.