Assessing Systems and Processes in Organizations

Abstract

This article outlines the application of the assessment-analysis-action model (the 3A model) and three-dimensional OKness to create clear contracts and interventions. The key theme of the case study with a youth offending service team concerns the development of a clear identity within a merged organization based on OK relationships.

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