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Assertion: “All #ProjectManagers are #ChangeManagers.” Bart Ghysels from the company Ghysels believes this to be true—to varying degrees, depending on the project.

The world is constantly evolving, and so is the role of the project manager.

Today, project managers are not just accountable for delivering projects but also for driving successful organizational change.

And that’s a game-changer for success: 

Increased Buy-In

Effective change management ensures that team members and stakeholders fully embrace project outcomes.

Less resistance equals smoother implementation. That's why mastering change management skills is non-negotiable. (Wouldn't you agree?)

Clarity and Open Communication

Clear communication is more critical than ever in a hybrid and remote work era. Project managers must keep everyone aligned, informed, and aware of how changes will impact them.

It's all about walking people through the process—step by step.

Stronger Collaboration

Understanding stakeholder concerns and aligning expectations is at the core of both project and change management.

This approach builds ownership, accountability, and long-term commitment.

A project manager who steps into the role of change manager can deliver truly transformative results.

It’s not just about processes and tools; it’s about leading people through change. Empathy, active listening, and the ability to inspire are now essential leadership traits.

Change often brings uncertainty, but managing that uncertainty and charting a clear path forward?

That's where project managers shine.

As a specialized company, we help R&D and industrialization environments become stronger in project management by delivering long and short-term solutions. Companies where we work are all in the high-tech industry, focusing on technologies like semiconductors, machinebuilding, healthcare, and automotive.