Implementing the McKinsey 7S Framework in an organization can be challenging due to several reasons. Firstly, the framework requires a holistic approach, meaning that progress in one area is difficult without working on the others. This interdependence can make it difficult to prioritize and manage changes. Secondly, the lack of hierarchy among the seven elements can lead to confusion and resistance among employees. Lastly, the framework requires a deep understanding of the organization's current state, which can be difficult to accurately assess.
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"Featured in the book In Search of Excellence, by former McKinsey consultants Thomas J. Peters and Robert H. Waterman, the framework maps a constellation of interrelated factors that influence an organization's ability to change. The lack of hierarchy among these factors suggests that significant progress in one part of the organization will be difficult without working on the others," McKinsey & Co website states.
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