Herbert A. Marlowe, William S. Hoffman and Steven Bordelon
Examines how to successfully apply one theoretical model oforganizational development (OD) and organizational culture, thecognitive model, through theoretically consistent, i.e…
Abstract
Examines how to successfully apply one theoretical model of organizational development (OD) and organizational culture, the cognitive model, through theoretically consistent, i.e. cognitive, interventions to solve the organizational problem of downsizing. Reports a case study on use of a variety of such interventions. Summarizes what can be gained from such an approach. The cognitive model of OD as schemata change found to be a viable and useful approach to organizational downsizing.