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Transitional management: principle and foundation<\/h2>\n

Definition of transitional management<\/h3>\n

Transitional management consists of temporarily assigning management functions to an external operational executive in order to manage change. This person has the distinction of being immediately operational, fully dedicated to their mission as a transitional manager and to improving the company’s performance. It is a viable short-term solution. Today, the transitional manager no longer intervenes solely for crisis management \u2014 their scope of action now covers various areas.<\/p>\n

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\n\tIn the 1970s, transitional management was born under the term “Interim Management” and initially developed in crisis management situations. A slow but fruitful breakthrough, as the French transitional management market was estimated at 440 million euros in 2019. \t<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The advantages of transitional management<\/h3>\n

Using transitional management allows you to benefit from the fresh and objective perspective of an independent executive who provides concrete solutions to achieve the set objectives. The entire intervention is focused on success. It is a concrete solution that enables a rapid response to an emergency situation. It is simpler to implement than a fixed-term contract recruitment and more specialized than using a temporary executive. Moreover, it offers a guarantee of success, true objectivity, and controlled costs. Ultimately, it helps the company resolve the situation or lead a large-scale project before handing back the reins at the end of the mission.<\/p>\n

The transitional manager: a true profession<\/h3>\n

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Transitional management is linked to the duration of the mission and requires a certain degree of mobility. You cannot improvise as a transitional manager because some missions are sensitive and this must be taken into account. It is a profession in its own right, chosen deliberately \u2014 a desire to break out of routine and a willingness to challenge oneself with each new mission. Not everyone is suited for this role, as it requires specific skills and a certain lifestyle.<\/p>\n

Also, it can be a solution in the face of the COVID-19 crisis, as new practices have emerged or developed that require fundamental changes.<\/p>\n

Transitional management: a strategic solution?<\/h3>\n

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Who are transitional managers?<\/h3>\n

Transitional managers are neither magicians nor superheroes. They are experienced women and men who have chosen to put their skills and experience at the service of organizations that need them. It is about going beyond one’s “traditional” function to position oneself as an accelerator capable of driving change while passing on knowledge and knowing when to leave once the mission is completed. Also, gaining acceptance from all employees is one of the greatest challenges for a transitional manager.<\/p>\n

The transitional manager’s missions<\/h3>\n

A mission unfolds in 3 phases:<\/p>\n