Using the Model

1. Understanding an organization
Using the model to define and understand an organization.

2. As a prompt in meetings
As an agenda for asking questions.

3. Evaluating the effect of change
Revealing how a change in one part of an organization affects the other parts.

4. To give a focused  perspective
Looking at the organization from the perspective of a specific element.

5. Evaluating management grip
Uncovering how well management understand the present and plan for the future.

6. Comparing organizations
Evaluating organizations in different industry sectors and comparing how well they are managed.

7. Understanding a generic sector
Applying the model to an industry sector in general, rather than to a particular organization.

8. Creating a model for your own specific organization.
A prototype model is shown in Example 6 for creating your own organization-specific model.
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