Organizational Design Challenge Alignment.”Given the four basic organizational design challenges we have been introduced to this week, choose one and look for a quote from a management or leadership guru -preferably one you have been introduced to through your readings and class content (such as Drucker, Deming, or Senge)- that you believe sums up the conflict implicit to the design challenge you chose and/or the opportunities that you recognize as being an integral part of it from your perspective as leader. In what ways does your organization manage this balance? Present the quote, attribute it, and then give an explanation as to how this quote addresses in some way the dilemma confronting your organization and your professional context.”

Organizational Design Challenge Alignment

According to Peter Drucker, “culture eats strategy for breakfast.” This quote sums up the organizational design challenge of aligning culture with strategy. In order for an organization to be successful, it is essential for the company’s culture and strategy to be aligned and support one another. This can be a challenge, as culture is often seen as a difficult element to change and can resist attempts at alignment with strategy. However, effectively aligning culture and strategy can lead to numerous opportunities for the organization, such as increased employee engagement and a more innovative and adaptable company. In my organization, we manage this balance by regularly evaluating and adjusting our strategy to ensure it aligns with our culture and values. We also make an effort to communicate the importance of aligning culture and strategy to all employees and involve them in the process of strategizing and decision-making. Additionally, we have implemented initiatives to promote a positive and inclusive company culture, such as diversity and inclusion training and employee resource groups. Cont…