• Based on Lewin’s field theory, which can be described as a classic of change
management, a model is developed with nine success factors that generally need to be considered for change processes. • It is based on the assumption that the people involved in the change process always need orientation about goals and the progress of the changes. • Furthermore, not only should sufficient motivation be ensured to tackle change processes in the first place, but also that motivation has to be maintained during the course of change to ensure sustainable success. The Field Theory of Lewin Lewin’s basic idea was to design a social psychology that transferred the idea of field forces from physics to social areas. In terms of change, Lewin thus defined two forms of forces that are diametrically opposed in their direction (see Fig. 5.1): a) forces that push for change (driving forces or accelerating forces) and b) forces that oppose change (restraining forces or retarding forces). Continue… Typical Performance curve The phase model of change (Lewin) The First Phase : Unfreezing The second phase of the model in Fig. 5.3 comprises the actual change work (moving), which requires that the “unfreezing” process ensures the active and constructive participation of the organization members. Finally, the third step is to “freeze” the change (freezing), that is to say, to regain a new balance of retarding and accelerating forces, which enables the use of the now increased performance potential. Continue… Continue… Continue… Continue… Continue… Continue…