Moving into an Uncertain Future: The Role of Deliberate Incrementalism

It is clear that reform mandated at the federal level has accelerated the pace of change and increased uncertainty throughout the health care industry. This has been acerbated by other dynamics including economic recession as well as continuing shifts in technology. Taken together, growing levels of change and uncertainty generate increased volatility. When confronted by volatility, organizations are often advised to move quickly and boldly. Rarely are they encouraged to slow down and avoid high-risk moves.