A thorough introduction to one of the latest business strategies, this penetrating look at organizational development (OD) presents professionals working in human resources (HR) with a solid overview of the topic. OD focuses on implementing planned change to promote organizational learning and effectiveness in the workplace. Both domestic and global companies can benefit from this in-depth exploration of the strategic links between OD and HR, and those looking to improve their marketability will find organizational development competencies that can be used as a focus for professional development. OD represents the cornerstone of a healthy and productive workforce, and professionals will be able to apply the comprehensive yet practical information contained in this manual to any workplace situation.