Boeing

Boeing

Select one or more diagnostic models that you believe provide a framework that succinctly identifies the key factors at the center of the Boeing situation. Explain your choice of model. Use outside sources to compare Boeing with other change situations.

The most logical choice that I choose identify for Boeing’s problems, in this case, is the 7-S framework. Because, it is based on the theory that “effectiveness comes from the interaction of multiple factors” and that “successful change requires attention to the interconnectedness of the variables”. The framework looks at seven main categories of factors within an organization which are structure, strategy, systems, style, staff, skills, and superordinate goals (Palmer,Dunford,Akin. 2009, p.124). The objective of a diagnostic model is to provide a framework of organization to improve and help them to meet their goals.

According to Boeing case, Boeing was facing with many problems and strong competition with Airbus which company that booked more orders than them. After that, they started plans to implement a change in order to improve the company structure then they could become more competitive. Nonetheless, Boeing also faced other problems. In this case, They were implemented to overcome, the technological systems were outdated, and they were a lack of consideration of the cultural implications of diversification within the company and integration. Besides, the morale of their employees also was at a low.

These problems can clearly relate to one another and using the 7-S model will make connections between these factors and how they interact with one another.

Below is an explanation of a select of the key components of the 7-s Framework model:

1. Strategy: Boeings strategy was to update the technology systems, downsize their operations and reestablish relationships with their suppliers in order to cut costs

2. Structure: the problem of 1994 was the Airbus (their main rival-booked more orders)....