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Influence Map

Visualize how decisions get made and where power concentrates, revealing the informal dynamics that shape whether change succeeds or fails.

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Influence Map

Visualize how decisions get made and where power concentrates, revealing the informal dynamics that shape whether change succeeds or fails.

O-M-OPS-IFM

Introduction

Org charts don’t tell the whole story. This map reveals the informal influence networks that determine whether change succeeds or fails, helping you navigate organizational politics.

Phase	Map
Lens	Operations
Purpose	Understand decision and influence dynamics
Output	Influence Map
Who’s Involved	Change leads, senior stakeholders, transformation sponsors
Duration	2-3 hours

Steps

Identify key decision makers for transformation
Map formal authority and reporting lines
Identify informal influence and relationships
Document information flows and gatekeepers
Identify champions, skeptics, and blockers
Plan influence strategies for key individuals

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