1. 1. B E C O M I N G A N I N D U S T RY L E A D E R THROUGH GROWTH AND I N N O VAT I O N By Keith Williams Walden UniversityOrganizations, Innovation, and Change EDUC 6105 October 23, 2011
2. 2. CGI is a global leader in Information Technology Provides end-to-end business process services to its clients 31,000 professionals in 125 offices worldwide 95% on-time, on-budget delivery of projects 90% of employees are also owners through matching stock program Routinely incorporates innovative ideas
3. 3. CGI Federal 2011CGI 2010Stanley 2007 Techrizon 2000TELOS1975
4. 4. CGI anticipated the need for growth Strategically aligned as strong competitor Have reduced costs Garnered important contracts
5. 5. Successful incorporation of offices Open communication Stock program Team meetings
6. 6. Regular timely communications Managers and executives are more visible in the workplace Employees made to feel like owners through stock plan Continued growth
7. 7. Change can be stressful Honest communications can relieve anxiety Change is a part of life Change is necessary Employer response can affect outcome
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