Which option correctly lists the seven stages of Organization Development in order?

Which option correctly lists the seven stages of Organization Development in order?

• A. Entry, Contracting, Diagnosis, Feedback, Planning Change, Intervention, Evaluation
• B. Entry, Diagnosis, Contracting, Feedback, Planning Change, Intervention, Evaluation
• C. Contracting, Entry, Diagnosis, Feedback, Planning Change, Intervention, Evaluation
• D. Diagnosis, Entry, Contracting, Feedback, Planning Change, Intervention, Evaluation

Answer: (A)

In Organization Development, the steps unfold in a logical flow from establishing the relationship to measuring impact. Starting with entry, the practitioner first meets the client and builds trust and understanding of the setting. Contracting then formalizes the agreement—defining purpose, scope, roles, and success criteria—so everyone shares a clear roadmap. Diagnosis comes next, using data to identify real issues and opportunities within the organization. Feedback is the stage where findings are communicated to leadership and teams, creating awareness and buy-in for change. Planning change translates those findings into concrete actions and a roadmap for what will be done. Intervention is the actual execution of those planned actions. Finally, evaluation assesses whether the changes produced the intended results, determining effectiveness and guiding future steps or cycles. This order ensures actions are based on data, aligned with agreed goals, and followed by a rigorous check on outcomes.

In Organization Development, the steps unfold in a logical flow from establishing the relationship to measuring impact. Starting with entry, the practitioner first meets the client and builds trust and understanding of the setting. Contracting then formalizes the agreement—defining purpose, scope, roles, and success criteria—so everyone shares a clear roadmap. Diagnosis comes next, using data to identify real issues and opportunities within the organization. Feedback is the stage where findings are communicated to leadership and teams, creating awareness and buy-in for change. Planning change translates those findings into concrete actions and a roadmap for what will be done. Intervention is the actual execution of those planned actions. Finally, evaluation assesses whether the changes produced the intended results, determining effectiveness and guiding future steps or cycles. This order ensures actions are based on data, aligned with agreed goals, and followed by a rigorous check on outcomes.