On Jan 29, 2010 a session on “How Leaders Make Change Happen” was held at NASSCOM’s headquarters in New Delhi. Mr. Pradeep Henry, Innovator of a globally-proven method for business process centric software development as well as Consultant and former director at Cognizant started the session with his Presentation on the topic.

Ms. Neeru Goel, Director, Snap-On Business Solutions welcomed the audience. Close to 20 people in management positions from various verticals attended the session. In total 8-9 companies like New River, Magic Software, Company from Insurance sector, DIA( Delhi International Airport), Remiel Softech etc participated ( 2-3 members from each of them).

The open discussion on the topic was the most interesting part. People from all age groups participated making it a lively experience. The discussion included importance of Innovation and various change killers hindering change in today’s world. The discussion also highlighted various reasons like our education system, our culture, various fears etc that hinders change and innovation in Indian society.

Mr. Henry explained the importance of change and Innovation by highlighting works of Steve Jobs, Tom Peters and live example of the innovation change brought by himself by means of a presentation on “Leading the Innovation”.

By the end of the session, he triggered the audience by asking 5 questions on “Need a change leader”. The questions were thought provoking. The questions were:
•    Paving the cow paths?
•    Stuck with best practices?
•    Pursuing profit ” at any cost”?
•    Pursuing timid improvements?
•    Just Trendwatching?

He suggested using these questions in the organization and checking the responses from audience. Overall it was a refreshing experience with lot of views pouring in from experts.