Planned organizational change represents a(n) ____ attempt by managers and employees to improve the functioning of teams,departments,divisions,or an entire organization in some important way.

A) inevitable
B) necessary
C) unintentional
D) deliberate

Deliberate

Carried out consciously and intentionally, often after careful consideration.

Organizational Change

The process through which a company or any kind of organization changes its operational methods, strategies, structures, or culture to improve efficiency, effectiveness, or performance.

Managers

Individuals responsible for directing and overseeing the work of a group of people in an organization.