Change Management Techniques Used
Change management is the techniques/strategies that are used by organizations to manage the implementation of change. Top-down change was displayed in the movie, since after all the change was made by the senior management, which Coach Carter represents. Majority of the time top-dog change is not very successful because of implementation. Cruz a player on Richmond nearly quit the team due to Coach Carter’s decisions and his lack of understanding of Coach Carter’s motives. Coach Carter does not even try to prevent him from leaving through the use of logical arguments or trying to appeal to Cruz, nor does he try to explain why maintaining a certain GPA will be beneficial to him and his teammates. Instead, the Coach just warns Cruz that he is making a mistake and that by leaving the room he is losing his place on the team. Since there is no support from either the middle or lower level, Carter's contract had almost been rejected by the parents and players. Planned change aligns the organization with anticipated future complications. Coach Carter anticipated any future complications and knew how to deal with them. He was always ahead of the team, knowing what areas where the team possess strengthens and weakness. Through planning, his unique methods, dedication and loyalty the change was managed. Furthermore, Coach Carter believe his team by explaining to them that they have a brighter future and can do better if they try harder in school and try harder in basketball. He motivated the team to work hard by explaining to them the bigger picture and how this will help them. He motivated the team to work hard by explaining to them the bigger picture and how this will help them