Editing Organization development (section)

==== Objectives ====
The objectives of OD are:

# to increase the level of inter-personal trust among employees
# to increase employees' level of satisfaction and commitment
# to confront problems instead of neglecting them
# to effectively manage conflict
# to increase cooperation and collaboration among employees
# to increase organizational problem-solving
# to put in place processes that will help improve the ongoing operation of an organization on a continuous basis

As objectives of organizational development are framed{{by whom?|date=April 2017}} keeping in view specific situations, they vary from one situation to another. In other words, these programs{{which?|date=April 2017}} are tailored to meet the requirements of a particular situation. But broadly speaking, all organizational development programs try to achieve the following objectives:

# making individuals in the organization aware of the vision of the organization. Organizational development helps in making employees align with the vision of the organization
# encouraging employees to solve problems instead of avoiding them
# strengthening inter-personal trust, cooperation, and communication for the successful achievement of organizational goals
# encouraging every individual to participate in the process of planning, thus making them feel responsible for the implementation of the plan
# creating a work atmosphere in which employees are encouraged{{by whom?|date=April 2017}} to work and participate enthusiastically
# replacing formal lines of authority with personal knowledge and skill
# preparing members to align with changes and to break stereotypes 
# creating an environment of trust so that employees willingly accept change

According to organizational-development thinking, organization development provides [[management | manager]]s with a vehicle for introducing change systematically by applying a broad selection of management techniques. This, in turn, leads to greater personal, group, and organizational effectiveness.