Structuring organizations for the future: analyzing and managing change

This paper integrates two different areas, namely the structure of future organizations and the role of OD in that environment. The paper briefly traces the forces in the environment that are impacting business organizations and the likely structures of future organizations. The changing role of OD in being relevant to these future structures is discussed. Specific areas OD needs to address are also highlighted.

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