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The effects of Change Management Approaches on Employment Productivity

Sivadasan, Jishnu (2025) The effects of Change Management Approaches on Employment Productivity. Masters thesis, Dublin, National College of Ireland.

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Abstract

Introduction: Change management approaches followed in the UK manufacturing sector is the key aim of this research. An overview of research background about the need for incorporating change management strategies in the industry has been presented.

Purpose: The purpose of research is to analyse several change management practices adopted in the UK manufacturing sector. The impact of change management strategies on employee productivity in the industry has been analysed.

Method: The mixed method, such as the primary and secondary data collection method, was used here to gather real-time insights. A survey was conducted considering 81 participants, and 18 questions were developed. Thematic analysis was conducted with the help of the secondary data.

Findings: From the survey findings, it has been observed that most of the respondents agreed with the fact that change is crucial in the manufacturing sector and with the help of strong leadership as well as communication, change can be well managed as well. A thematic analysis has been conducted to highlight key patterns of encouraging skill development, facilitating feedback-oriented communication and development of psychologically safe working space in the industry to improve change outcomes. Limitations of research have also been highlighted.

Conclusion: In conclusion, it has been shown how key findings have been linked with research objectives. Based on the discussion, relevant recommendations have been provided to further improve employee productivity in the UK manufacturing sector during change management.

Item Type: Thesis (Masters)
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Rossiter, Elaine
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Subjects: H Social Sciences > Economics > Business
H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management > Management of Change
H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management > Human Resource Management > Performance Management > Employee Engagement
H Social Sciences > Economics > Microeconomics > Production (Economic theory) > Industrial productivity > Labor productivity
H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > Specific Industries > Manufacturing Industry
Divisions: School of Business (- 2025) > Master of Science in International Business
Depositing User: Ciara O'Brien
Date Deposited: 16 Dec 2025 18:01
Last Modified: 16 Dec 2025 18:01
URI: https://norma.ncirl.ie/id/eprint/9053

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