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Restructuring and Downsizing

As Government achieves the business result of working more efficiently and effectively, organizations will need to approach new ways of managing its human capital. The work of the agency will need to be accomplished in new ways. This will involve agencies restructuring to meet mission changes. Agencies will need to understand the changing nature of the business and look to reinvent the way in which work is structured, organized, and completed. The staff will need to redirect the way in which business is done to work better and smarter. OPM can assist agencies in developing a strategy for change management.

The climate and practices that organizations develop around their handling of people will affect the organization and its outcomes in years to come. To undergo a dramatic change requires top leadership support and involvement. Coping, growth and survival all involve maintaining the integrity of the organization and its leadership. For this purpose, OPM has designed a three-phase approach for successful change management. Phase one is designed to be the foundation and involves human resource staff, executives and managers. Phase two is designed for the supervisory, managerial and executive level staff. Phase three is designed for line staff.

OPM's services and assistance include:

  • Restructuring tools and education
  • Technical assistance in OPF review
  • RIF planning, preparation and oversight
  • HRO infrastructure needs
  • Change management education
  • Developing strategic alternatives to RIF
  • Support in competitive sourcing
  • Outplacement Assistance / Career Development

If you want to take advantage of our expertise contact:

Lori Karin
U.S. Office of Personnel Management
San Francisco Services Branch
805-579-6431 (labkarin@aol.com)


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