Definitions
Organizational development is a planned effort to improve an organization's operations through a more effective utilization of organizational resources.
Effective organizational development begins with a solid organizational analysis - a systemic and objective process to define the context in which an organization operates, examine how people in an organization interact to achieve goals, and assess the organization's capacity to adapt to its environment.
The organizational analysis is necessary to create the most appropriate organizational development strategies. Organizations that have the necessary structures, competencies, systems, practices, and culture will succeed in reaching their goals and fully engaging their constituents -- leading to long-term sustainability.
Our Unique Approach
Nonprofit Impact's approach to organizational analysis goes beyond the traditional SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) or assessment of structure, systems, and functioning. It is a comprehensive, holistic examination of the organizational system. It is diagnostic, seeking to identify root causes, not just symptoms.
Based on the analysis, we work with our clients to design the necessary practices, structure, systems, competencies, and culture they need to succeed. We look for resources that will be sustainable over the long haul. We also coach clients through the change management process and help them develop systems to evaluate success.
From analysis to planning to implementation and evaluation, Nonprofit Impact is committed to identifying the right strategies that will help your organization reach it's next level of success and achieve long-term sustainability.
Service Descriptions & Products
Whether you want to define your purpose and direction; position; or underlying business model, Nonprofit Impact can help you get there.
- Organizational analysis: A systematic, objective review of an organization to identify systemic issues or root causes and obstacles or opportunities to greater efficiency, effectiveness, and potency.
Product: organizational analysis report - Organizational development: A systematic and deliberate process to align the organization to achieve strategic goals.
Products: organizational development plan - Change management: Recommendations, coaching, and planning to guide implementation of the organizational development plan and prepare staff, volunteers, and other stakeholders.
Product: transition plan - Sustainability analysis and planning: A more specific analysis and planning process for organization's seeking greater stability and sustainability. Analyzes an organization's identity, constituency, and capacity; determines the feasibility of a sustainable operation, and defines alternative models as necessary. Creates a blueprint that guides strategic, operational, and development decisions to create a more sustainable organization.
Products: sustainability analysis, sustainability plan - Program evaluation: Qualitative analysis of activities, objectives, outcomes, and impact of a program to guide planning efforts and to make adaptations to achieve results.
Products: evaluation analysis, evaluation report or plan with recommendations
We also provide training and presentations on these topics. Please contact us to discuss a customized workshop or presentation for your group.
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