4. An interactive simulation in which learners can develop, apply and see the results of different strategies for making change would be effective at developing capacities for higher order thinking about leading change.
As you begin the simulation remember the following points:
1. You will have three years to implement the new IT system in the selected business units;
2. You will move people through the stages of change by choosing activities designed to inform,
interest and prepare them to use IT 2020.
3. Before you selected a change activity, ask yourselves: “What does this person need at this stage of
the change process?” Then select an activity that meets the needs of the individual or the group.
4. Your committee has a budget of 35 bits to spend on change activities in the first year. Bits
represent time and money. You will start with a new budget of 30 bits in the second year and 25 bits
in the third year. Your resources are limited, so spend your budget wisely each year.
5. You have two criteria on which your team’s success will be evaluated: the number of people
actually using the IT system after three years and increases in productivity as measured in
“Bennies” (company benefits) that arise from the use of IT 2020.
6. Your team members will have a limited amount of time to devote to implementation of IT 2020. It
is recommended that you read the materials and plan your strategy, but then you must act! The MD
is expecting results soon and promotion depends on your success!