Transitional change consists of an implementation to achieve a known desired state that is different from the existing one. Which example illustrates this?

• A. An implementation to achieve a known desired state different from the existing one
• B. Incremental improvement of existing processes
• C. A cultural shift without changing systems
• D. Divestiture of a business unit

Answer: (A)

Transitional change focuses on actively implementing a plan to reach a clearly defined future state that is different from what exists now. The example that fits this best describes taking deliberate steps to achieve a known desired state, making the future conditions explicit and distinct from the current ones. This contrasts with incremental improvements that refine what’s already in place, a cultural shift that changes attitudes or behaviors without necessarily implementing new systems to a specific future state, or a divestiture that alters structure or portfolio but doesn’t directly illustrate moving toward a defined future state through a targeted implementation.