Force Field Analysis - Kurt Lewin's Model
Introduction
The force-field analysis model is handy at identifying the forces and factors that are supportive (positive) and/or opposing (negative) the proposed change initiative. This model, proposed by Kurt Lewin, is used to arrive at the net impact of all these factors on the project and is a great tool to help take the go or no-go decisions.
The force-field analysis helps identify all the factors that are for the change initiative and also those that are against it. For each of these factors, we can add a value similar to the impact it has on the initiative. This value can be positive or negative, depending on the factor or force being a supportive or opposing force. The sum total of all the positive and negative forces are then used to arrive at the net force.
A decision can be taken based on the value of the net force along with considering whether its supporting or opposing the change initiative.
To determine the positive and negative forces that are either supporting or opposing the proposed change initiative.
Board of directors, CEO, senior management, middle management, consultants, analysts
Before a strategy is implemented, it is imperative to determine the impact from the factors or forces that are for and/or against it. Force field analysis is a powerful tool that aids the go or no-go decision about the proposed change initiative/project.
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