This paper was a finalist in the 2016 Research Competition and explores the topic of collaboration and what it actually means in practice and what it takes to be successful. The paper sets out to address this, uncover ways in which organisations might improve their collaboration, and shed light on behaviours that can get in the way.
A Field Guide to Collaboration
by Stuart Pritchard
People often ask, what is Organisational Development (OD)? But the reality is you might already be practicing it without necessarily realising. That was the case for Susanette Mansour, CEO of Croydon Vision and Organisation Development Practitioners (ODP) programme alumnus. Susanette told us, “The ODP affirmed a lot of what I already knew as well as…
November 16th marks the International Day for Tolerance, a day dedicated to recognising the importance of tolerance in building harmonious and inclusive societies and workplaces. This serves as a reminder that tolerance is not just about acceptance, but about celebrating our differences and building bridges between people and cultures. Why tolerance matters Tolerance, according to…
This paper looks at inclusive workplaces (IW) – organisations where people can be themselves, feel they belong and fully contribute. We want to find out more about the drivers and the barriers decision makers face as they attempt to shape more inclusive workplaces. We also explore the role of metrics, their potential and limitations, in…
Summer has come to an end, and with it, the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics have drawn to a close. This season of sport has been marked by an extraordinary showcase of performance and dedication. The Olympics and Paralympics represent the pinnacle of an athlete’s career, and for many, it is the culmination of a…
