Organizational Change

The Burke-Litwin Model contains twelve organizational variables. Each of these variables is interconnected, so that changes in one variable will affect the others. Also built into the model is the idea that change can occur as the result of a concerted effort to change multiple variables. Ideally, an organizational change program will be strongest when all of the different variables are aligned in the direction of the desired change. Some variables may require minimal adjustment while others may require significant adjustment. The twelve variables are the external environment, mission and strategy, leadership, organizational culture, structure, management practices, systems, work unit climate, task requirements, motivation, individual needs and values. The external environment in this model is filtered through the ten other variables, with the outcome being organizational performance (Falletta, 2008).

The Burke-Litwin model is organized by the most important factors at the top, with the factors becoming less important...
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