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Change Management | Psychology
Bridging Minds and Machines
The Role of Psychology in Technology Transformation
Have you ever tried to convince someone to switch from their old coffee maker to a fancy new espresso machine? You might have gotten a blank stare and a stubborn refusal to change their morning routine.
Now imagine doing that with an entire company’s workforce and a million-dollar technology upgrade. Sound fun? Welcome to the world of technology transformation and change management.
Technology transformation projects are rife with challenges, but they’re rarely about the technology itself. The real hurdles are the people needed to make the change. Employees must adopt new systems, adapt to new workflows, and leave their comfort zone. This is where psychology comes in. The secret to managing change is to partner with program managers. They can bring a behavioral lens to the table. This will ensure your million-dollar espresso machine doesn’t gather dust in the corner.
The Psychology of Resistance: It’s Not Personal, It’s Human
People resist change for a host of reasons: fear of the unknown, attachment to old habits, or even a simple lack of understanding. A foundational knowledge of psychology…
