Abstract

In an environment in continuous evolution, the change becomes a condition of survival. Aware of this need for change, companies seek to apprehend the environment developments to properly adapt thereto and maintain their vitality. Considering the extent and the importance of strategic change for enterprises, we have tried in this research to propose a reflection on the theoretical approaches of leadership role in the implementation and success of this type of change. Through the development of the necessary leader’s skills for the conduct of this transformation process, we attempted to discuss and present, through a theory synthesis, models of leadership that help enterprises to implement strategic change and to create a flexible and adaptable culture.

Highlights

  • Since some time, we are going through a new economic era characterized primarily by the globalization of markets and competition

  • Few articles suggest the best practices that leaders can adopt to contribute to the implementation of a major change. Based on these considerations and the fact that few studies have discussed the role of the manager in the context of transformation, we suggest in this respect to study the role of leadership in the implementation and success of strategic change

  • In studying the role of leadership in the strategic change management, we note the importance for business managers to be: - agents of change by articulating a powerful strategic vision to be translated into a realistic and competitive strategy

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Summary

Introduction

We are going through a new economic era characterized primarily by the globalization of markets and competition. To support a new strategy, the management team of a company may decide to modify the structure of departments, the modes of coordination and division of responsibility, or the common corporate values or working methods that enable the organization to achieve its tasks This role becomes more crucial in case of an organizational context characterized by a rapidly changing environment. Few articles suggest the best practices that leaders can adopt to contribute to the implementation of a major change Based on these considerations and the fact that few studies have discussed the role of the manager in the context of transformation, we suggest in this respect to study the role of leadership in the implementation and success of strategic change. A more thorough examination of these aspects allows us to determine the role and necessary skills of the leader for a better management of this type of transformation

Provide a strategic vision
Identify the need for change and seek a new strategic response
Overcoming the resistance to change
Using power and developing a political support
Motivating staff
The leader facing strategic change
Leadership styles for the strategic change management
Conclusion
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