The contours of the differences between converging change, which is the process of further innovation and continuous improvement, and divergent change, which includes a revolutionary change. Describes how to manage each type of change and the consequences associated with each. Organizational evolution usually involves longer periods converging change that alternates short periods of various changes, in which managers to restructure the company and respond to external opportunities and challenges. "Hide
by Rosabeth Moss Kanter, Leonard A. Schlesinger, Lisa Richardson, 5 pages. Publication Date: June 1, 1989. Prod. #: 389168-PDF-ENG
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