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The original “Formula for Change” was described by then-management consultant David Gleicher in the 1960s, but was sculpted into the modern change equation during the 1980s by organisational theorists Richard Beckhard and Reuben T. Harris, from whom this particular model derives its name.

Beckhard and Harris (1987) developed the change equation to assess the likelihood of change being successful. Essentially, if the sum of the three elements on the left is greater than the element on the right the initiative will be successful.

The Formula for Change D x V x F > R proposes that the combination of dissatisfaction with the present situation, a vision for the future, and the real possibility of immediate action must be stronger than the resistance being felt for meaningful change to occur and “stick”.

The Change Equation: Q x B = S The Change Equation involves two important variables to make change work: Quality of the solution (Q) Buy-in from those who will implement it (B)

The Formula for Change (Gleicher) D = Dissatisfaction with how things are currently; V = Vision of what is possible and tangible; F = First concrete steps that can be taken towards the vision; CL = Creative Leadership to navigate toward the vision.

First: work out the difference (increase) between the two numbers you are comparing. Then: divide the increase by the original number and multiply the answer by 100. % increase = Increase ÷ Original Number × 100. If your answer is a negative number, then this is a percentage decrease.

First: work out the difference (increase) between the two numbers you are comparing. Then: divide the increase by the original number and multiply the answer by 100. % increase = Increase ÷ Original Number × 100. If your answer is a negative number, then this is a percentage decrease.

David Gleicher – Director, Strategic Operations, Global Public Policy – MSD | LinkedIn.