Managing changes in objectives or structures
Pivot is a way to refer to a significant change in your product focus or objectives. Reorg is a common abbreviated term used to describe the events that reshape the structure and hierarchy of teams. As the needs of your business change, you might be faced with a pivot, a reorg, or both.
Organizational changes occur in response to various scenarios, including mergers and acquisitions, changing market conditions, and striving to improve business operations. During these changes, engineering managers have the responsibility of easing the difficulties their teams face and supporting them through the changes.
Engineers are often skeptical of organizational changes. If you have had enough time with your team to build resilience and positive team emergent states, such as trust and psychological safety, you will be in a better position to help them weather the coming changes. In addition to that, pursue the following steps.
