Case Study : Contracting for Success

Assignment-1
 Please read the case study entitled as “Contracting for Success: Scoping Large
Organizational Change Efforts.” available in the textbook “Cases and Exercises in
Organization Development & Change” 12 th edition by D. Anderson and answer the
following questions:

Assignment Question(s):
 Q.1 In considering the case, provide a detailed description of the strengths and
challenges of Valley Medical Center. (1 Mark) (Lo 1.2)
 Q.2 Based on your understanding of the above case, name and discuss the critical
success factors for Valley Medical Center. (1 Mark) (Lo 1.2)
 Q.3 As an OD practitioner, what are the steps you would take as you begin the entry
and contracting phase? (1.5 Marks). (Lo 2.5)

 Q.4 Valley Medical Center is experiencing a great deal of change. What
recommendations would you make to help them more effectively handle the change
they are experiencing? (1.5 Marks) (Lo 2.5)

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