Onit Management Consulting

In today’s fast-paced environment, change is inevitable. Whether it’s adapting to new technology, shifting customer demands, or restructuring operations, organizations must continually evolve to satisfy their stakeholders. However, change can be disruptive if not managed effectively. This is where Organizational Change Management (OCM) comes in. More than a buzzword, OCM is a structured approach that helps organizations transition smoothly and ensures that change initiatives achieve their intended outcomes. OCM involves managing the human aspects of change—addressing the fears, uncertainties, and resistance that often accompany any shift. By leveraging OCM frameworks such as Prosci’s ADKAR® methodology, companies can minimize disruption, increase employee engagement, and ensure that the change leads to sustainable results. Key elements of OCM include communication, training, leadership alignment, and feedback loops to monitor progress. Onit’s certified OCM consultants have extensive experience designing creative and engaging OCM strategies for Pacific Northwest public sector clients. From helping King County Wastewater teams adopt a new program management approach, to guiding Tacoma Power’s GIS platform replacement change journey, to helping Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) socialize its data governance principles, we understand the unique needs and concerns of public sector teams implementing changes.  So.... why exactly is Organizational Change Management important?  Minimizing Resistance to Change: Resistance is a natural reaction when people are faced with change. Employees might fear that new systems or processes will make their jobs harder or threaten their positions. We help manage this resistance by engaging employees early, providing clear communication about the reasons for change, and providing support throughout the transition. Improved Employee Engagement: When employees feel uncertain about the future, morale and engagement can suffer. We place a strong emphasis on two-way communication, which promotes transparency and trust. By involving your staff in the change process and soliciting their feedback, we build a sense of team ownership and empowerment, leading to higher levels of engagement. Sustaining Long-Term Success: A well-executed change management strategy not only helps implement change but also ensures it sticks. Without proper follow-through, new initiatives may lose momentum, and old habits can resurface. We create feedback mechanisms to monitor the effectiveness of the change and make adjustments as needed, helping the changes become engrained in the your culture. When implemented with care and creativity, OCM is a powerful tool bringing tangible benefits as your organization implements changes.  We're OCM experts here at Onit Management Consulting. To learn more about our OCM work and how we can help you, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gCjchnqk. 

Incase you weren't aware... Onit Management Consulting has plethora of state certifications all over the west coast, including DBE certifications in California and Oregon, as well as DBE and MBE certifications in Washington! These certifications allow firms to fulfill any equity and inclusion requirements outlined by projects if they choose to partner with us. That isn’t the only reason to work with us though, we have an extensive track record of quality work performed as both prime and sub consultants for many different agencies in Washington State. Interested? Learn more about the power of DBE certifications for small businesses here: https://lnkd.in/g8jJr3M9 Learn more about the work we have done, and continue to do, here: https://lnkd.in/gCjchnqk #managementconsulting #omwbe #washington #consulting #projectmanagement #businessconsulting

We're thrilled to announce that our Managing Partner, Edward Byers, PMP, SSGB, has been appointed to the City of Seattle's Women and Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) Advisory Committee! Starting September 1, 2024, Edward will bring his expertise and passion to this important role, serving until September 1, 2026. The WMBE Advisory Committee is vital in promoting equity and participation for women and minority-owned businesses in City contracts. Established under Executive Order 2023-07, the committee reviews and recommends changes to the WMBE program, ensuring inclusive and fair procurement practices. Edward is honored to contribute to enhancing WMBE representation in City contracting, ensuring equity and inclusion for women and minority-owned businesses. He looks forward to connecting with esteemed individuals and working together to promote diversity and support the growth of WMBE initiatives. Thank you, City of Seattle, for this incredible opportunity! Learn more about the WMBE Advisory Committee: https://lnkd.in/gb_MDa99 and our work at Onit Management Consulting on our website: https://lnkd.in/gCjchnqk #OnitManagementConsulting #WMBE #CityOfSeattle #DiversityAndInclusion #BusinessGrowth

City of Shoreline Permits Onit to Guide its Process Improvement Plans   City of Shoreline chose Onit Management Consulting to help improve City permitting processes and plan for compliance with SB 5290 - a series of upcoming changes to Washington State's Local Project Review Act. Thanks Shoreline - we're planning for success! https://lnkd.in/gDZWtaBN

City of Seattle to get SharePoint improvements with Onit and #iSoftStone   The City of Seattle chose a proposal from Onit and global IT firm iSoftStone for its Finance & Administrative Services Department's SharePoint upgrade. Onit is super excited to be combining its people-and-communications project management focus with iSoftStone's global technical excellence. https://lnkd.in/gEjQssWv

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Port of Seattle planning initiative takes flight with Steer and Onit   Port of Seattle's Aviation Division (Sea-Tac Airport) selected a partnership between global transportation consultancy Steer and Onit Management Consulting to support a workforce and organization analysis initiative. Thanks Steer for steering us right, and thanks SEA for bringing us onboard https://lnkd.in/g5X5rQUJ

Onit Management Consulting is now a OMWBE Certified DBE business!