Organisational Change Management Volume 1

Framework 10 Beckhard Change Framework

Change = (D + V + F) > R

Where

D = dissatisfaction with the current state

V = a vision for the future (belief in the ability to change)

F = identifiable first steps

R = resistance to change

The equation states that the combined impact of the dissatisfaction with the current state, the belief in the ability to change when a clear vision of a better future is provided, and the identifiable first steps, is greater than the resistance to change.

(source: IMC, 1996)