Any significant change in the workplace can lead to discomfort and resistance. Which of the following statements can decrease staff resistance to the implementation of a new system?
A)"Give it time, you will like it."
B)"Perhaps you need more staff development programs."
C)"We know what we are doing.The committee has worked on this project for months."
D)"If you find that its functions are not user-friendly, the committee can make the appropriate changes."

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Providing reassurance that the new system can be modified if needed can help alleviate staff concerns and make them more open to the change. Option A dismisses staff concerns and does not provide any specific information to address them. Option B implies that the resistance is due to a lack of development rather than addressing specific concerns about the new system. Option C implies a top-down approach that does not take staff concerns into account.

Any Significant Change in the Workplace Can Lead to Discomfort