Which role is focused on testing costs and benefits and advocating for necessary changes within the organization?

• A. Champion
• B. Critic
• C. Inventor
• D. Sponsor

Answer: (A)

The champion is the role that tests costs and benefits and advocates for the necessary changes within the organization. In change management, champions actively promote the initiative, gather and interpret data on financial impact, risks, and expected benefits, and build a compelling case that justifies action. They translate this analysis into a persuasive narrative for stakeholders, help secure the needed resources, and push through barriers to keep the change on track. This combination of evaluating value and driving buy-in distinguishes the champion from others who may critique, innovate, or fund the effort without taking on the ongoing advocacy and feasibility testing the champion provides.